biryani recipes south africa

 Here's a simple biryani recipe that's popular in South Africa:

Ingredients: - 2 cups basmati rice - 500g chicken (cut into pieces) - 2 onions (finely chopped) - 2 tomatoes (chopped) - 2 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste - 2 tablespoons biryani masala powder - 1 teaspoon turmeric powder - 1 teaspoon red chili powder - 1 teaspoon garam masala powder - 1 cup plain yogurt - 1/2 cup chopped mint leaves - 1/2 cup chopped coriander leaves - 4 cups water - Oil or ghee for cooking - Salt to taste

Instructions: 1. Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in water for about 30 minutes, then drain. 2. Heat oil or ghee in a large pot. Add the chopped onions and sauté until golden brown. 3. Add the ginger-garlic paste and cook for a minute until fragrant. 4. Add the chicken pieces and cook until they are lightly browned on all sides. 5. Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften. 6. Add the biryani masala powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well to coat the chicken. 7. Add the plain yogurt, mint leaves, and coriander leaves. Stir everything together and let it cook for a few minutes. 8. In a separate pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the soaked and drained basmati rice to the boiling water. Cook the rice until it is about 70% done. Drain the partially cooked rice. 9. Layer the partially cooked rice over the chicken mixture in the pot. Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid to create a seal. 10. Reduce the heat to low and let the biryani cook for about 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked and all the flavors have melded together. 11. Once done, gently fluff the rice with a fork and serve hot. Enjoy your South African-style biryani! Remember, you can always adjust the spices according to your taste preferences.