Name: Authentic Biryani (Herat) Recipe
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 60 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Afghanistan
Ingredients: 2 cups basmati rice; 1 lb lamb or chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces; 1 large onion, thinly sliced; 2 tablespoons ghee or vegetable oil; 1 teaspoon cumin seeds; 1 teaspoon coriander seeds, crushed; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, ground; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon powder; 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder; 1/4 teaspoon cloves, ground; 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, grated; 1/2 cup plain yogurt; 2 tablespoons dried apricots, chopped; 2 tablespoons raisins; 2 tablespoons slivered almonds or pistachios; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves; 1/2 teaspoon saffron threads, soaked in 2 tablespoons warm milk; 4 cups water or broth; Salt to taste (about 1.5 teaspoons); 1 lemon, juiced

Biryani (Herat) Afghanistan

A regional rice dish with saffron, dried fruits, and tender meat, distinct from Kabul styles.

Afghanistan rice

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