Authentic Lamb Biryani Recipe - Indian Rice Dish
Authentic Indian Lamb recipe — Lamb Biryani. Imported from TheMealDB.
4
servings
Medium
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 2 cups Basmati rice (soaked for 30 minutes)
- 1 ½ pounds lamb, cut into chunks (use shoulder or leg)
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced (for frying)
- 2 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 teaspoons biryani masala (or garam masala)
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 4 cups water (for cooking rice)
- 1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 bunch fresh mint leaves, chopped (for garnish)
- 3 tablespoons ghee or cooking oil
- 3 whole green cardamom pods (slightly crushed)
- 3 whole cloves
- 1 stick cinnamon (broken into pieces)
Instructions
5 steps
Prepare the Marinade
In a bowl, combine lamb, yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, biryani masala, turmeric, and red chili powder. Mix well and marinate for at least 1 hour.
For best flavor, marinate overnight.Fry the Onions
Heat ghee or oil in a large pot. Add sliced onions and fry until golden brown. Remove half for garnishing later.
Ensure onions are crispy for better flavor.Cook the Lamb
Add marinated lamb to the pot with remaining onions. Cook on medium heat until the lamb is browned and tender.
Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.Cook the Rice
In a separate pot, boil water and add soaked basmati rice. Cook until rice is 70% done, then drain.
Do not overcook the rice as it will finish cooking with the lamb.Layer and Cook
Layer the partially cooked rice over the lamb in the pot. Add cardamom, cloves, cinnamon, chopped cilantro, and mint. Cover tightly and cook on low heat for 25-30 minutes.
You can use a heavy pan on top to create steam.
💡 Tips & Tricks
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 3 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
What to Serve With
Complete your indian meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Authentic Lamb Biryani Recipe - Indian Rice Dish is a beloved dish from Indian cuisine.
Indian cuisine reflects the country's incredible diversity, with flavors and techniques varying dramatically from north to south, east to west. The masterful use of spices is the hallmark of Indian cooking.
This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 15 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, chicken or beef can be used for variations.
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Nutrition Facts
4 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
