Rice
Zanzibar Biryani

Zanzibar Biryani

Tanzania

110Minutes
HardLevel
6Serves
10Steps
About

The layered, spice-scented rice of the Zanzibar archipelago, where Swahili, Arab and Indian influences meet in a saffron-tinted feast dish served at weddings and Eid.

Equipment
  • Large heavy pot
  • Frying pan
  • Bowl
  • Sieve
  • Lid
Ingredients
Basmati rice3 cups
Beef or chicken, in pieces1 kg
Onions4
Tomatoes3
Garlic6 cloves
Ginger2 thumbs
Yoghurt½ cup
Biryani masala2 tbsp
Turmeric1 tsp
Potatoes2
Saffron or yellow food colourpinch
Whole spices (cardamom, cinnamon, cloves)1 tbsp
Fresh coriander and mint1 bunch
Vegetable oil½ cup
Saltto taste

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