Indian Gluten-Free Chicken Biryani With Mint Raita & Onion Pakoras

Allergens

Contains no common allergens unless specified.

Ingredients

• 2 cups basmati rice, soaked for 20 minutes 1 lb boneless chicken, cut into bite
• sized pieces 2 large onions, thinly sliced 4 green cardamom pods 2 black cardamom pods 1 cinnamon stick 2 bay leaves 1/4 tsp ground cumin 1/4 tsp ground coriander 1/4 tsp ground turmeric 1/4 tsp ground ginger 1/4 tsp ground black pepper 1/2 cup yogurt 3 cups chicken broth, gluten
• free Salt to taste Fresh mint leaves for garnish For Mint Raita: 1 cup yogurt 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves Salt to taste For Onion Pakoras: 2 cups onions, thinly sliced 1 cup all
• purpose gluten
• free flour 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp ground cumin 1/4 tsp ground black pepper Salt to taste Water as needed Oil for frying

Instructions

1. Rinse the soaked basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then drain and set aside.
2. In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook until golden brown. Remove from the pot and set aside.
3. Add the chicken pieces to the same pot and cook until browned. Stir in the ground cardamom, black cardamom pods, cinnamon stick, bay leaves, cumin, coriander, turmeric, ginger, and black pepper, followed by the yogurt and half of the cooked onions.
4. Cook for 2 minutes, then add the rice and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, cover, and cook for 10 12 minutes or until the rice is fully cooked. Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes.
5. For the Mint Raita, whisk together yogurt, chopped mint leaves, salt, and set aside.
6. For Onion Pakoras, mix together the gluten free flour, baking powder, cumin, black pepper, and salt in a bowl. Gradually add water to form a thick batter. Heat oil in a deep frying pan and fry the onions until crispy and golden. Drain on paper towels.
7. Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and mix well with the remaining onions. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and serve with Mint Raita and Onion Pakoras.

Chef’s Insight

Using gluten-free basmati rice and flour ensures that everyone can enjoy this Indian classic without worry.

Notes

Feel free to adjust spices according to personal taste.