Chicken Biryani with Fragrant Cider Gravy

Chicken Biryani with Fragrant Cider Gravy is a delicious and aromatic dish that is perfect for any occasion. This dish is a fusion of Indian and British flavors, making it a unique and flavorful meal. The dish is made with tender chicken pieces, fragrant basmati rice, and a delicious cider gravy that is infused with spices and herbs.
To make this dish, you will need the following ingredients:

For the Chicken Biryani:

- 2 cups basmati rice
- 4 cups water
- 1 lb boneless chicken, cut into small pieces
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 cup yogurt
- Salt to taste
- 2 tbsp oil

For the Fragrant Cider Gravy:

- 1 cup apple cider
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt to taste
- 2 tbsp oil
To start, rinse the basmati rice and soak it in water for 30 minutes. In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil and add the soaked rice. Cook the rice until it is tender and set it aside.
In a separate pan, heat 2 tbsp of oil and add the chopped onion, garlic, and ginger. Cook until the onion is translucent and add the chicken pieces. Cook the chicken until it is browned on all sides and add the cumin powder, coriander powder, garam masala, turmeric powder, chili powder, and salt. Mix well and add the yogurt. Cook for another 5 minutes and set it aside.
To make the cider gravy, heat 2 tbsp of oil in a pan and add the chopped onion, garlic, and ginger. Cook until the onion is translucent and add the apple cider, chicken broth, cumin powder, coriander powder, garam masala, turmeric powder, chili powder, and salt. Cook for 10 minutes and add the heavy cream. Cook for another 5 minutes and set it aside.
To assemble the dish, layer the cooked rice and chicken in a large pot. Pour the cider gravy over the top and cover the pot with a lid. Cook on low heat for 10 minutes or until the rice is heated through.
The Chicken Biryani with Fragrant Cider Gravy is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. The dish has a beautiful appearance with the fragrant rice and tender chicken pieces. The taste is a perfect blend of Indian and British flavors, with the cider gravy adding a unique twist to the traditional biryani. This dish is perfect for a family dinner or a special occasion.
Type of dish: Fusion Biryani
Main ingredients: Chicken, Basmati Rice, Apple Cider