Thalassery Mutton Biryani Kerala Style Recipe By Bethica Das At Betterbutter

THALASSERY MUTTON BIRYANI - KERALA STYLE RECIPE BY BETHICA DAS AT BETTERBUTTER

Steps:

• Dry roast all the ingredients for the garam masala for 1-2 minutes or till you get a nice aroma. Keep aside to cool down and then grind to a fine powder. Marinate the mutton with 2 tbsp. of the prepared garam masala, turmeric powder and sa
• To prepare the rice - Heat 1 tsp. ghee and temper with cinnamon, cardamoms, cloves, bay leaves and cumin seeds.
• Saute for a few seconds and then add the drained rice. Stir fry for 2 minutes. Add 2 cups water and 1/2 tsp. salt. Pressure cook for 2 whistles.
• To prepare the mutton curry - Heat oil in a pan and fry the onions till light brown. Add the ginger-garlic paste and fry till the raw smell is gone. Add in the tomatoes and continue to fry till it is slightly mashed.
• Add the marinated mutton, green chilies, coriander leaves and mint leaves. Mix everything well. Cover and simmer till dry.
• Add 1 cup water and cook, covered on a low flame till the mutton turns soft. Add more water if required. Alternatively you can pressure cook too.
• Once the gravy is reduced and the mutton is cooked, spread the drained rice over it. Garnish with the fried onions, coriander & mint leaves, saffron milk, lime juice, ghee and fried cashews.
• Cover with a tight lid or with a foil. Keep it on a hot tawa / griddle and cook on a very low flame for 10-12 minutes. Switch off the flame and let it remain covered for 20-25 minutes.
• Remove the foil and fluff it up with a fork. Serve with raita, sliced onions, fresh red / green chilies and lime wedges.