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Name: Authentic Biryani (Mazar-i-Sharif) Recipe
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Afghanistan
Ingredients: *For the Lamb Marinade:**; 5 lbs lamb shoulder or leg, cut into 1-inch cubes; 1 cup plain yogurt; 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder; 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; *For the Rice:**; 3 cups basmati rice; 4 quarts water; 2 tablespoons salt (for boiling water); 1/2 teaspoon saffron threads, soaked in 3 tablespoons warm milk; 2 tablespoons ghee or neutral oil; *For the Aromatics and Spices:**; 3 tablespoons ghee or neutral oil; 2 large onions, thinly sliced; 1 teaspoon cumin seeds; 1 cinnamon stick (2 inches); 4 green cardamom pods; 4 whole cloves; 2 bay leaves; 1 teaspoon ground black cardamom (optional); 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste); *For the Garnish and Layering:**; 1/2 cup dried apricots, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup raisins (golden or dark); 1/2 cup blanched almonds, lightly toasted; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Biryani (Mazar-i-Sharif)

Afghanistan

Mazar-i-Sharif

Aromatic rice dish with spiced lamb, saffron, and dried fruits, distinct to northern Afghanistan.

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