🍽️ A Hearty Delight: Recipe for 1kg Mutton Biryani
Introduction:
Few dishes hold the power to bring people together like Mutton Biryani. A royal staple of South Asian cuisine, this dish is all about rich spices, tender meat, and fragrant basmati rice layered to perfection. Whether it’s Eid, a family dawat, or a special Sunday lunch, this 1kg Mutton Biryani recipe brings the taste of tradition to your table.
With marinated mutton, saffron-infused rice, and the right blend of spices, you’ll experience a biryani that’s both festive and full of flavor.
🛒 Ingredients:
For the Mutton:
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Mutton (1kg, bone-in pieces)
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Yogurt (1 cup)
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Ginger garlic paste (2 tbsp)
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Red chili powder (1½ tsp)
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Turmeric powder (½ tsp)
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Coriander powder (1½ tsp)
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Garam masala (1 tsp)
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Lemon juice (2 tbsp)
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Salt (to taste)
For the Rice:
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Basmati rice (¾ kg)
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Whole spices (bay leaves, cinnamon, cardamom, cloves – 1 each)
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Salt (to taste)
For Assembling:
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Onions (2 large, thinly sliced & fried)
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Saffron (a pinch soaked in 2 tbsp warm milk)
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Fresh coriander and mint (a handful each)
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Ghee or oil (½ cup)
👨🍳 Instructions:
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Marinate mutton with yogurt, spices, lemon juice, and ginger garlic paste. Let it rest for 2–3 hours (overnight for best results).
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In a heavy-bottom pot, cook marinated mutton on low flame until tender and masala thickens.
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Separately, boil basmati rice with salt and whole spices until 80% done. Drain and set aside.
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In a large biryani pot, layer mutton at the bottom, followed by half of the rice, fried onions, mint, coriander, and saffron milk. Repeat layers.
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Drizzle ghee on top, cover with a tight lid, and steam (dum) on low flame for 20–25 minutes.
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Gently fluff biryani before serving.
🍛 Serving Suggestions:
Serve hot with raita, salad, and lemon wedges. Don’t forget chilled drinks and a sweet dish to complete the feast!
📝 Final Thoughts:
This 1kg Mutton Biryani is more than just a recipe — it’s a celebration on a plate. With its regal flavors and timeless aroma, it promises to turn any meal into a memorable feast. Try it once, and it may become your new family tradition.