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Madhur Jaffrey's Shrimp Biryani Recipe

Madhur Jaffrey's Shrimp Biryani Recipe
  • Category

    Mains

  • Cusine

    Indian

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How to make?

Ingredients

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1 teaspoon cumin seeds

2 medium onions, finely chopped

1 teaspoon ground ginger

1 teaspoon ground coriander

1/2 teaspoon turmeric

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

2 large cloves garlic, minced

2 cups basmati rice, rinsed and drained

4 cups water or chicken broth

Salt to taste

2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined

1/2 cup plain yogurt or sour cream

2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves

2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves

Directions

Toss rice into a mesh strainer and rinse under cold water until the liquid that comes off the rice is clear. Transfer to a large bowl and cover with water. Set aside for 30 minutes. When done, drain rice.