Authentic Tamil Nadu Tuticorin Mutton Biryani with Warm Mint Raita
Indulge in the aromatic flavors of coastal Tamil Nadu with this heavily spiced, fragrant rice dish layered with tender mutton. Perfectly balanced with traditional spices, it is best enjoyed with a refreshing mint raita.
75min
Total Time
4
Servings
Tamil Nadu
Cuisine
Recipe
1
Marinate the mutton with curd, turmeric, chili powder, and salt for 30 minutes.
2
Heat ghee and oil in a heavy-bottomed pot, add whole spices and let them crackle.
3
Sauté sliced onions until golden brown, then add ginger-garlic paste and green chilies.
4
Add chopped tomatoes, mint, and coriander leaves, cooking until the oil separates.
5
Add the marinated mutton and cook covered until the meat is half-tender.
6
Pour in adequate water, bring to a boil, and add the soaked and drained Seeraga Samba rice.
7
Cook on medium heat until the water is almost absorbed, then cover with a tight lid and dum cook on low flame for 20 minutes.
8
Fluff the biryani gently and serve hot with warm mint raita.
Ingredients
500g mutton, cut into pieces
2 cups Seeraga Samba rice, washed and soaked
2 onions, finely sliced
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
1/2 cup curd
1/4 cup mint leaves
1/4 cup coriander leaves
3 green chilies
2 tbsp ghee
2 tbsp oil
Whole spices (cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, bay leaf)
1 tsp turmeric powder
1 tbsp red chili powder
Salt to taste
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