Easy One-Pot Ambur Biryani: Flavor Explosions Without the Fuss:
Enjoy the aromatic pleasure of our One-Pot Ambur Biryani Symphony of delightful spices, tender chicken, and moist rice all cooked in a single pot. This is a great recipe for busy home cooks where complicated layering is not required but all the taste you can handle is possible with very little effort. Wow your family and friends by feeding them the amazingly good version of the Ambur biryani –devour it without any trouble. Savor the fragrance of the spices and the creamy feeling with each piece of food tasting like an adventure to the Indian culinary soul. Cook easily and savor every taste with our miracle pot.
How to cook One-pot Ambur biryani:
4-6
servings20
minutes40
minutes350
kcalEnjoy the unbeatable taste of our Easy One-Pot Ambur Biryani – perfect for hardworking home chefs in a hurry. Fast and fantastic, it’s an incredible journey with every mouthful.
Ingredients
1 ½ cups Seeraga Samba rice (or basmati rice)
500g Chicken, bite-sized pieces
3 tbsp Ghee or oil
1 Bay leaf
2 Green cardamoms
2 Cloves
1 Cinnamon stick
1 Large onion, thinly sliced
2 tbsp Ginger-garlic paste
1 Green chili, chopped (optional)
1/2 cup Curd (yogurt)
1/4 cup Coriander leaves, chopped
1/4 cup Mint leaves, chopped
1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
1 tsp Red chili powder (adjust to spice preference)
Salt to taste
Water (as needed)
Directions
- Prepare the Stage:
Wash and soak rice for 15 minutes in water. Rinse chicken and pat dry. - Spice Symphony:
Heat ghee/oil in a pot. Add bay leaf, cardamom, cloves and cinnamon. Let the fragrant notes infuse for a minute while sizzling. - Onion Tango:
Add sliced onions and fry until gold. Add in ginger-garlic paste and green chili Saute until fragrant. - Spiced Chicken Salsa:
Add chicken, cook until lightly browned. Stir in turmeric and red chili powder. - Creamy Embrace:
Add curd, let it simmer for 2-3 minutes for the chicken to absorb the creamy goodness. - The Grand Finale:
Pour sufficient water to cover the chicken and rice. Season with salt. Boil, then simmer covered for 15-20 minutes until rice is fluffy. - Rest and Rise:
Turn off heat, let the biryani rest for 10 minutes covered to meld flavors. - Unveiling the Treasure:
Stir the biryani using a fork and garnish with coriander and mint. Serve hot with raita or with sides of your choice.
Tips:
- Use ghee for an extra nutty flavor, or oil works well too.
- Adjust chili powder to taste.
- Add vegetables such as peas or carrots for additional texture and nutritional value.
- For a richer flavor, marinate the chicken in yogurt and spices for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
- Leftovers? No problem! This biryani reheats wonderfully and is even more flavorful the day after.