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title: Sindhi Biryani (Spicy Layered Chicken and Rice)
servings: 6
prep time: 40 minutes
cook time: 60 minutes
source: https://mycibora.com/recipes/sindhi-biryani
---

Gather @chicken thigh{1%kg}, @basmati rice{500%g}, @greek yogurt{200%g}, @potato{2}, @prune{8}, @green chili{6}, @fresh mint{0.5%bunch}, @garam masala{1%tbsp} and @ground turmeric{1%tsp}.

Cook chicken with yogurt, @tomato{3}, spices, potatoes and prunes into a thick masala. ~{30%minutes}

Parboil rice to 70% in heavily salted water; drain.

Layer masala and rice with mint and chilies; lid tight.

Dum: highest heat 3 minutes, then lowest for 20; rest 10 unopened. ~{33%minutes}

Open at the table for the steam applause; fold, don't stir.