Tandir Lamb Biryani with Fragrant Basmati Rice

Tandir Lamb Biryani with Fragrant Basmati Rice is a mouth-watering dish that combines succulent lamb with aromatic basmati rice. This dish is perfect for any occasion and is sure to impress your guests.
To make this delicious dish, you will need the following ingredients:

For the lamb:

- 1 kg lamb, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 onions, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1 cup water

For the rice:

- 2 cups basmati rice
- 4 cups water
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 4 cardamom pods
- 4 cloves

To serve:

- Fresh coriander leaves
- Fried onions
- Raita
To start, heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onions and cook until they are soft and translucent. Add the garlic and ginger and cook for another minute. Add the lamb and cook until browned on all sides. Add the tomato paste, cumin, coriander, turmeric, garam masala, and salt. Stir well to combine. Add the yogurt and water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 1 hour or until the lamb is tender.
While the lamb is cooking, prepare the rice. Rinse the rice in cold water until the water runs clear. In a large pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, and cloves and cook for 1 minute. Add the rice and stir well to coat with the oil and spices. Add the water and salt and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Cook for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water has been absorbed.
To serve, spoon the rice onto a large platter. Top with the lamb and its sauce. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and fried onions. Serve with raita on the side.
Tandir Lamb Biryani with Fragrant Basmati Rice is a delicious and aromatic dish that is sure to impress. The tender lamb is perfectly spiced and pairs beautifully with the fragrant basmati rice. The dish has a rich and complex flavor that is both satisfying and comforting. This dish is perfect for any occasion and is sure to become a family favorite.
Type of dish: Main course
Main ingredients: Lamb, Basmati rice, Yogurt