Street Biryani Dhakel Recipe

Street-style biryani, or "dhakel biryani," is a quick and flavorful version of traditional biryani, perfect for satisfying your cravings. Here's a simple recipe to create this delightful dish.

Ingredients:

2 cups basmati rice (soaked for 30 minutes) 500g chicken (or vegetables for a veg version)

2 large onions (thinly sliced) 2 tomatoes (chopped) 1/2 cup yogurt

2 green chilies (slit) 2 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste 1/4 cup oil or ghee

1 teaspoon turmeric powder 2 teaspoons red chili powder

2 teaspoons biryani masala 1 teaspoon garam masala

A handful of chopped coriander and mint leaves Whole spices (2 bay leaves, 4-5 cloves, 2-3 cardamom pods, 1 cinnamon stick)

Salt to taste Steps:

Cook Rice: Boil rice with salt and whole spices until 70% cooked. Drain and set aside. Prepare Base: Heat oil in a deep pan. Add whole spices, then onions, and sauté until golden brown. Add ginger-garlic paste and green chilies, cooking for a minute.

Cook Chicken: Add chicken pieces and cook until lightly browned. Mix in turmeric, red chili powder, biryani masala, and salt. Cook for 5 minutes.

Layering: Add yogurt, tomatoes, and half of the coriander and mint. Mix well. Layer the partially cooked rice on top, sprinkle garam masala, remaining herbs, and drizzle some ghee. Dum Cooking: Cover with a tight lid, place on low heat for 20 minutes, and allow the flavors to infuse.