Nepali Authentic Mutton Biryani Recipe

Welcome to bloggerbabu's blog, where we delve into the rich and aromatic world of Nepali cuisine. Today, we're excited to share a recipe for Nepali Authentic Mutton Biryani, a dish that's both luxurious and deeply satisfying. This traditional biryani is a festive favorite, renowned for its fragrant spices and tender meat.

Ingredients:

• 500 grams mutton, cut into pieces


• 2 cups basmati rice


• 1 large onion, thinly sliced


• 2 tomatoes, chopped


• 1/2 cup yogurt


• 2 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste


• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped


• 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped


• 1/4 cup ghee (clarified butter)


• 4 cups water


• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder


• 1 teaspoon red chili powder


• 1 teaspoon garam masala


• 2 teaspoons biryani masala


• 4-5 green cardamom pods


• 4-5 cloves


• 1 cinnamon stick


• 2 bay leaves


• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Marinate the Mutton:
   
   
   
   • In a large bowl, combine the mutton pieces with yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric, red chili powder, and salt. Let it marinate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight for deeper flavor.
   
   
   
   


2. Cook the Rice:
   
   
   
   • Rinse the basmati rice until the water runs clear. Cook the rice in boiling water with a pinch of salt until it’s 70% cooked. Drain and set aside.
   
   
   
   


3. Prepare the Masala:
   
   
   
   • In a large pot, heat ghee over medium heat. Add the cardamom pods, cloves, cinnamon stick, and bay leaves. Sauté for a minute until fragrant. Add the sliced onions and cook until golden brown.
   
   
   
   


4. Add Mutton and Tomatoes:
   
   
   
   • Add the marinated mutton and cook until it starts to brown. Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cook until they break down and blend into the masala.
   
   
   
   


5. Layer the Biryani:
   
   
   
   • In the same pot, layer the partially cooked rice over the mutton mixture. Sprinkle garam masala, biryani masala, and half of the chopped cilantro and mint leaves on top.
   
   
   
   


6. Cook the Biryani:
   
   
   
   • Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and cook on low heat for 30-40 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the mutton to become tender.
   
   
   
   


7. Serve:
   
   
   
   • Gently fluff the biryani with a fork and serve hot, garnished with the remaining cilantro and mint leaves. Accompany with raita or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
   
   
   
   

Suppose you're in Kathmandu and want to savor this exquisite dish without cooking. In that case, you can find food delivery in Kathmandu services that offer authentic Nepali mutton biryani delivered right to your door.

Enjoy this Nepali classic, and let bloggerbabu bring the authentic flavors of Nepal to your table!