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Quick Lamb Biryani (Pressure Cooker)
60 mintime
Mediumdifficulty
4Servings
Rating
Nutrition facts
680 kcalCalories
40 gProtein
55 gCarbs
30 gFat

Approximate values estimated by AI

Quick Lamb Biryani (Pressure Cooker)

70% authentic · Indian

A simplified and faster version of lamb biryani, utilizing a pressure cooker to significantly reduce cooking time while retaining much of the classic flavor.

Ingredients

Servings4
  • Lamb, cubed400g
  • Basmati rice250g
  • Onions, sliced1 large
  • Tomatoes, chopped1 medium
  • Ginger-garlic paste1 tbsp
  • Yogurt100g
  • Biryani masala powder2 tbsp
  • Ghee or oil3 tbsp
  • Mint leaves2 tbsp, chopped
  • Cilantro leaves2 tbsp, chopped
  • Water1.5 cups
  • Saltto taste
  • Black pepperto taste

Steps

  1. 1

    Wash and soak basmati rice for 20 minutes. Drain.

  2. 2

    Heat ghee/oil in a pressure cooker. Sauté sliced onions until golden.

  3. 3

    Add lamb cubes and brown them. Stir in ginger-garlic paste and chopped tomatoes. Cook for 2-3 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add yogurt, biryani masala powder, chopped mint and cilantro, salt, and pepper. Mix well.

  5. 5

    Add the drained basmati rice and 1.5 cups of water. Stir gently.

  6. 6

    Close the pressure cooker and cook on high heat until the first whistle. Then, reduce heat to low and cook for 10-12 minutes.

  7. 7

    Let the pressure release naturally. Open the cooker, fluff the biryani with a fork, and serve.

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