Nasi Briyani Gam with Beef Ribs

Bahan

• Basmati rice500g
• Beef short ribs1kg
• Ghee or vegetable oil100ml
• Onions, thinly sliced2 large
• Garlic, minced6 cloves
• Ginger, grated3 tbsp
• Beef broth500ml
• Whole spices (cardamom pods, cloves, star anise, cinnamon stick)1 tbsp each
• Ground spices (coriander, cumin, turmeric, chili powder)1 tsp each
• Saffron threads, soaked in warm milk1 tsp
• Fresh mint and coriander leaves, chopped1/2 cup
• Saltto taste
• Wateras needed
• Fried shallots for garnish1/2 cup

Langkah

1. 1

   Season beef ribs generously with salt. Sear them in a hot pan until browned on all sides. Set aside.

2. 2

   In a large pot, heat ghee/oil. Sauté sliced onions until golden brown.

3. 3

   Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sauté until fragrant.

4. 4

   Add whole and ground spices, cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

5. 5

   Return beef ribs to the pot. Add beef broth and enough water to almost cover the ribs. Bring to a simmer.

6. 6

   Cover and braise the beef ribs in the oven or on the stovetop at low heat for 2-3 hours, or until very tender.

7. 7

   Remove beef ribs from the pot and set aside. Strain the braising liquid, reserving about 500ml.

8. 8

   Rinse basmati rice until water runs clear. Soak for 30 minutes, then drain.

9. 9

   In a clean pot, combine the reserved braising liquid with enough water to make 750ml. Bring to a boil.

10. 10

    Add the drained rice, salt, chopped mint and coriander. Stir gently.

11. 11

    Reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until rice is cooked and water is absorbed.

12. 12

    Gently fluff the rice. Drizzle the saffron milk over the top. Cover and let it steam for another 5 minutes.

13. 13

    Serve the rice piled high, with the tender beef ribs arranged on top or alongside. Garnish with fried shallots.