Legendary Biryani with Rukmini’s JSR Rice

A fragrant and flavourful preparation that turns every gathering into a celebration. Watch eyes light up as aromatic spices and tender pieces of meat or vegetables dance with our perfectly separated grains.

Preparation Time

Ingredients

For the Rice

3 cups Rukmini’s JSR rice
6 cups water
2 bay leaves
4 green cardamom pods
4 cloves
1 cinnamon stick
1 star anise
Salt to taste

For the Marinade

750g meat of choice (lamb/chicken) OR mixed vegetables
1 cup yogurt
2 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
2 teaspoons red chili powder
2 teaspoons garam masala
Salt to taste

For the Gravy

3 large onions, thinly sliced
4 tomatoes, chopped
2 green chilies, slit
1/2 cup mint leaves
1/2 cup coriander leaves
4 tablespoons ghee
Saffron strands soaked in 1/4 cup warm milk

For Garnishing

Fried onions
Mint leaves
Rose water (optional)
Cashews and raisins (optional)

Method

Preparing the Rice

Wash Rukmini’s JSR rice thoroughly until water runs clear. Soak for 30 minutes.
In a large pot, bring water to boil with whole spices and salt.
Add soaked rice and cook until 70% done (grains should have a slight bite).
Drain and set aside, keeping the whole spices in.

Preparing the Base

Marinate meat/vegetables with all marinade ingredients for 4-6 hours or overnight.
Heat ghee in a heavy-bottomed pot.
Sauté sliced onions until golden brown. Remove half for layering.
Add marinated meat/vegetables to remaining onions.
Cook on medium heat until almost done.
Add chopped tomatoes, green chilies, mint, and coriander leaves.
Cook until oil separates from the masala.

Layering the Biryani

In a heavy-bottomed pot, layer half the cooked rice.
Spread the prepared meat/vegetable mixture evenly.
Top with remaining rice.
Pour saffron milk over the rice.
Garnish with fried onions, mint leaves, and nuts.
Sprinkle rose water if using.

Final Cooking

Seal the pot with dough or foil to trap steam.
Place on low heat for 20-25 minutes.
Let rest for 10 minutes before opening.
Gently mix the layers while serving.

Serve hot with raita, salan, or plain yogurt
Garnish with extra fried onions and mint leaves
Best enjoyed shared with family and friends

JSR rice’s superior grain quality ensures each grain remains separate yet fully absorbs the aromatic spices
For best results, maintain the rice-to-water ratio as 1:2
The key to perfect biryani is patience – let the flavours develop slowly
Feel free to adjust spice levels to your preference while maintaining the balance of flavours

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