Name: Authentic Omani Biryani
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Oman
Ingredients: 1 cup basmati rice (soaked for 30 minutes); 1 1/2 cups chicken pieces (or lamb); 2 medium onions, finely chopped; 3 medium tomatoes, diced; 1 cup mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, green beans); 2 cups water; 2 tablespoons cooking oil; 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste; 2 teaspoons turmeric powder; 1 teaspoon cumin powder; 1 teaspoon coriander powder; 1 teaspoon garam masala; 1 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 green cardamom pods; 2 cloves; 1 cinnamon stick; Fresh cilantro leaves (for garnish)