Fish Biryani Ingredients
- Fish (Katla): 5-6 pieces
- Basmati rice: 2 cups
- Potatoes: 3 large
- Onions (sliced): 2 large
- Tomato (chopped): 1 large
- Yogurt: 1/2 cup
- Ginger-garlic paste: 1 tbsp
- Green chilies (chopped): 4-5
- Turmeric powder: 1/2 tsp
- Red chili powder: 1 tsp
- Whole garam masala (cumin, cinnamon, cardamom): 1 tbsp
- Coriander leaves (chopped): 1/2 cup
- Mint leaves (chopped): 1/4 cup
- Oil: 1/4 cup
- Ghee: 2 tbsp
- Salt: To taste
- Sugar: 1 tsp
- Water: 3 cups
Instructions
1. Prepare the Fish
- Wash the Katla fish pieces and marinate with salt and turmeric powder for 15-20 minutes.
2. Cook the Rice
- Wash the basmati rice and soak it in water for 30 minutes.
- In a pot, boil 3 cups of water with some salt. Add the soaked rice and cook until it is half-done. Drain and set aside.
3. Fry Fish and Potatoes
- Heat oil in a pan and fry the marinated fish pieces until golden. Remove and set aside.
- Cut the potatoes into pieces and fry them in the same oil until golden. Remove and set aside.
4. Fry the Onions
- In the same oil, fry the sliced onions until they turn golden brown.
5. Prepare the Masala
- Add ginger-garlic paste, chopped tomato, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and green chilies to the fried onions. Cook the mixture until it is well-cooked and aromatic.
6. Add Fish and Potatoes
- Add the fried fish and potatoes to the masala mixture. Cook for a few minutes to coat them well.
7. Mix Yogurt and Spices
- Add yogurt, whole garam masala, and a little sugar to the mixture. Stir well and cook for a couple of minutes.
8. Layer the Biryani
- In a large pot, heat some oil and ghee. Spread a layer of the cooked rice at the bottom.
- Add a layer of the fish and masala mixture on top of the rice. Sprinkle coriander and mint leaves.
- Repeat the layering process, finishing with a layer of rice on top.
9. Cook on Low Heat
- Cover the pot tightly and cook on low heat (dum) for 20-25 minutes. This helps the flavors blend and the rice to cook fully.
10. Serve Hot
- Let the biryani rest for a few minutes after cooking. Gently mix the layers before serving. Serve hot with raita or salad.
Enjoy your flavorful Fish Biryani! 😍
