Name: Authentic Kandahari Biryani Recipe
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 60 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Afghanistan
Ingredients: 2 lbs lamb (bone-in, cut into 2-inch pieces); 3 cups basmati rice; 2 large onions, thinly sliced; 4 green chilies, slit lengthwise; 1/2 cup dried apricots, halved; 1/4 cup raisins; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1-inch piece ginger, grated; 2 teaspoons cumin seeds; 1 teaspoon coriander powder; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder; 1 teaspoon garam masala; 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste); 1/2 cup plain yogurt; 3 tablespoons ghee or vegetable oil; 4 cups water (for rice and cooking); 1 teaspoon salt (for rice); 1 cinnamon stick; 2 green cardamom pods; 2 cloves; 1 bay leaf; Fresh cilantro for garnish; Fresh mint leaves (optional, for layering)

Biryani (Kandahar) Afghanistan

A spicy rice dish with lamb, green chilies, and dried fruits, reflecting southern flavors.

Afghanistan rice

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