Prawn Biryani

Prawn Biryani is a fragrant and flavorful one-pot dish that combines succulent prawns with aromatic basmati rice and a blend of spices, creating a delightful fusion of tastes. This Halal American Seafood dish offers a spicy kick balanced with the richness of saffron and herbs, perfect for sharing.

Ingredients

• Basmati rice - 150 grams
• Prawns (cleaned and deveined) - 200 grams
• Onion (thinly sliced) - 1 medium
• Tomato (chopped) - 1 medium
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Ginger (grated) - 1 teaspoon
• Green chili (slit) - 1
• Biryani masala - 2 teaspoons
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cilantro (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Mint leaves (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Saffron strands - a pinch
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Water - 350 ml
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then soak it in water for 30 minutes.
2. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and sauté until golden brown.
3. Stir in the minced garlic, grated ginger, and green chili, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Add the chopped tomato, turmeric powder, and biryani masala, cooking until the tomatoes soften.
5. Mix in the cleaned prawns and cook for 3-4 minutes until they turn pink.
6. Drain the soaked rice and add it to the pot, stirring gently to mix with the prawns and spices.
7. Pour in the water, add salt to taste, and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
8. After 15 minutes, turn off the heat and let the biryani sit, covered, for another 10 minutes.
9. In a small bowl, soak the saffron strands in 1 tablespoon of warm water. Drizzle this saffron water over the biryani before fluffing it up with a fork.
10. Garnish with chopped cilantro, mint leaves, and a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 540
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.35 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein due to prawns, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Contains healthy fats from the cooking oil, which can help with heart health.

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