Pakistani Food Lamb Biryani Recipe
Pakistani Food Lamb Biryani is a classic, flavorful dish loved by everyone. This recipe is full of spices, tender lamb and fragrant rice. It is perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
- 1 kg lamb cut into pieces
- 3 cups basmati rice
- 1 cup yogurt
- 2 large onions thinly sliced
- 3 tomatoes chopped
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2- inch ginger grated
- 1/4 cup cooking oil or ghee
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 4 green chilies sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh coriander chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
- Salt to taste
- 4 cups water
Instructions
Marinate the Lamb
- Mix lamb with yogurt, ginger, garlic, turmeric, chili powder and salt. Set aside for 30 minutes.
Cook the Onions
- Heat oil in a pan. Fry sliced onions until golden brown. Remove half for garnish.
Cook the Lamb
- Add marinated lamb to the pan. Cook until meat turns brown and aromatic.
Add Tomatoes and Spices
- Stir in chopped tomatoes, cumin seeds, garam masala, green chilies and salt. Cook until oil separates.
Boil the Rice
- In a separate pot, boil water with salt. Add basmati rice and cook until 70% done.
Layer the Biryani
- In a large pot, layer half of the lamb mixture. Add half of the rice on top. Repeat layers.
Add Herbs and Garnish
- Sprinkle mint, coriander and fried onions between layers. This adds flavor and aroma.
Steam the Biryani (Dum)
- Cover the pot tightly. Cook on low heat for 20–25 minutes for flavors to blend.
Check and Serve
- Gently mix the rice and lamb. Serve hot with raita or salad.
Notes
- Use aged basmati rice for best aroma
- Marinate lamb for at least 30 minutes
- Fry onions until golden brown for deep flavor
- Cook rice 70% before layering for perfect texture
- Use fresh herbs like mint and coriander for aroma