Name: Maldivian Biryani with Coconut Milk
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Maldives
Ingredients: 2 cups long-grain basmati rice (soaked for 30 minutes); 5 lbs lamb leg or beef (cut into bite-sized pieces); 2 large onions (sliced); 4 cloves garlic (minced); 1-inch ginger (grated); 2 green chilies (chopped, optional); 2 tablespoons coriander powder; 1 tablespoon cumin powder; 1 teaspoon turmeric powder; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon garam masala; 1/2 teaspoon fenugreek leaves (kasuri methi); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 cup coconut milk; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or coconut oil; Fresh cilantro (for garnish)