Mushroom Biryani
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Mushroom/Kalan biryani is an aromatic and flavor-filled one-pot meal prepared with basmati rice and it is authentic to South India, especially in Chettinad cuisine from Tamilnadu, South India
Mushroom / Kalan Biryani
YIELD
4 people
TYPE
Main Course
TIME
60 minutes
LEVEL
Beginner
STEP
1
In a blender, add ginger, garlic, cinnamon stick, cardamom, star anise, cloves, javitri, water, and grind it into a coarse paste
STEP
2
In a wide bottom pan with medium heat, pour oil, add bay leaves, cinnamon stick, cloves, star anise, cardamom, kalpaasi, and green chili. Saute until it turns aromatic
STEP
4
Now add the ground biryani masala paste and saute until it turns fragrant
STEP
5
Add ¼ cup of mint leaves, coriander leaves, and tomato and saute until it turns mushy
STEP
6
Now add chili powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, salt and mix well until everything is incorporated
STEP
8
Add the sliced mushroom and give a nice toss until all the masala coat evenly
STEP
9
Close the pan with the lid and cook the mushroom for about 10 minutes
STEP
10
Open the lid, give a quick mix, add the basmati rice, and spread it evenly
STEP
13
Now add the remaining ¼ cup of mint leaves, fried onions, and ghee and simmer the heat to medium-low heat
STEP
15
Switch off the stove and allow it to rest for 5 minutes and then open the lid
STEP
16
Fluff the rice gently and now the mushroom biryani should be ready for you to taste and enjoy