Prawn Curry Biryani

Prawn Curry Biryani is a fragrant and flavorful Indian dish that combines succulent prawns with aromatic basmati rice, infused with spices and herbs. This high-protein meal is perfect for a cozy dinner and tantalizes the taste buds with every bite.

Ingredients

• Basmati rice - 150 grams
• Prawns (cleaned and deveined) - 200 grams
• Onion (thinly sliced) - 1 medium
• Tomato (chopped) - 1 medium
• Ginger-garlic paste - 1 tablespoon
• Coconut milk - 100 ml
• Biryani masala - 1 tablespoon
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Red chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• Cilantro (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Mint leaves (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Water - 300 ml

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 vegetable oil over medium heat and add the sliced onions. Sauté until golden brown.
3. Add the ginger-garlic paste to the pot and cook for another minute until fragrant.
4. Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften, about 3-4 minutes.
5. Add the biryani masala, turmeric powder, and red chili powder. Mix well and cook for another 2 minutes.
6. Add the cleaned prawns to the pot and cook until they turn pink, about 3-4 minutes.
7. Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a simmer. Season with salt and mix well.
8. Drain the soaked rice and add it to the pot along with 300 ml of water. Stir gently to combine.
9. Bring the mixture to a boil, then cover and reduce the heat to low. Cook for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is fully cooked and has absorbed the liquid.
10. Once cooked, remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff the biryani with a fork.
11. Garnish with chopped cilantro and mint leaves before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 75 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the spices and herbs used.

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