Kashmiri Dum Aloo Biryani

Kashmiri Dum Aloo Biryani is a fragrant and flavorful rice dish, featuring tender baby potatoes cooked in aromatic spices and layered with basmati rice. This unique biryani captures the essence of Kashmiri cuisine, making it a delightful meal for any occasion.

Ingredients

• Baby potatoes - 300 grams
• Basmati rice - 150 grams
• Onion - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Ginger-garlic paste - 1 tablespoon
• Yogurt - 100 grams
• Kashmiri red chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• Garam masala - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin seeds - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cardamom pods - 3
• Cloves - 3
• Cinnamon stick - 1 small piece
• Bay leaf - 1
• Salt - to taste
• Cooking oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh coriander leaves - a handful, chopped
• Water - 400 ml

Steps

1. Wash the basmati rice in cold water until the water runs clear, then soak it in water for 30 minutes.
2. Boil the baby potatoes in salted water until they are fork-tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and let them cool, then peel and set aside.
3. In a large pot, heat the cooking oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté until golden brown, about 8-10 minutes.
4. Add the ginger-garlic paste to the onions and cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
5. Stir in the Kashmiri red chili powder, cumin seeds, cardamom pods, cloves, cinnamon stick, bay leaf, and salt. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
6. Add the peeled baby potatoes to the spice mixture and stir well, coating them with the spices. Cook for 5 minutes, then add the yogurt and garam masala, mixing thoroughly.
7. In a separate pot, bring 400 ml of water to a boil. Add the soaked basmati rice and cook until it is 70% done, about 5-7 minutes. Drain the rice.
8. Layer the partially cooked rice over the potato mixture in the pot. Sprinkle chopped coriander leaves on top.
9. Cover the pot tightly with a lid, lower the heat to the minimum, and let it cook for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
10. Remove from heat, let it rest for 5 minutes, then fluff the biryani gently with a fork before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 500
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 80 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 5 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in carbohydrates for energy.
• Contains spices that may have anti-inflammatory properties.

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