Spicy Shrimp Biryani Recipe

Biryani is a famous dish from Indian cuisine that has become popular worldwide. This spicy shrimp biryani is a perfect choice for seafood lovers who enjoy a bit of heat. Try this easy recipe and serve it to your family with their favorite salad.

Cooking Time: 60 minutes

Serves: 4 people

Ingredients:

• 2 cups Basmati Rice
• 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil
• 2 Medium Onions (sliced thinly)
• 2 Medium Onions (finely chopped)
• 2 kg Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 2 tbsp Tomato Paste
• 4 Garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 cup Fresh Dill (finely chopped)
• 3 tbsp Curry Powder
• Chili Powder (to taste)
• 2 Cinnamon Sticks
• 5 Green Cardamom Pods
• 3 Chicken Bouillon Cubes
• 1/2 cup Hot Water
• 2 cups Fresh Coriander (coarsely chopped)
• 6 cups Water
• 2 tbsp Ghee (clarified butter)
• 1 tbsp Saffron (powdered)
• Salt (to taste)
• Ground Black Pepper (to taste)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Rice:

   • Wash the rice and soak it in cold water for 30 minutes.

2. Cook the Onions:

   • Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Fry the thinly sliced onions until they turn brown, then remove and set aside.
   • In the same pot, add the chopped onions and sauté until softened and golden brown.

3. Cook the Shrimp:

   • Add the shrimp to the pot and cook for about 5 minutes until they turn pink.

4. Add Spices and Sauce:

   • Stir in the tomato paste, minced garlic, dill, curry powder, chili powder (if using), cinnamon sticks, cardamom pods, chicken bouillon cubes, and hot water. Let it simmer for a few minutes before adding the chopped coriander.

5. Cook the Rice:

   • Boil 6 cups of water in another pot. Add the soaked rice and cook for 10-15 minutes. Drain the rice and remove any excess water.

6. Layer the Biryani:

   • In the same pot, melt the ghee. Add a layer of rice, followed by a layer of the shrimp mixture and a sprinkle of saffron powder. Repeat the layering until all the rice and shrimp mixture are used up.

7. Steam the Biryani:

   • Cover the pot and steam the biryani on low to medium heat for 20 minutes until the rice is fully cooked.

8. Serve:

   • Serve the spicy shrimp biryani on a plate, garnished with the fried onion slices. Serve hot with your favorite salad.

Enjoy this flavorful and aromatic biryani with a perfect combination of spice and seafood!