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Jamie Oliver Lamb Biryani

Jamie Oliver Lamb Biryani
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Jamie Oliver Lamb Biryani is a layered rice dish where spiced lamb and partially cooked rice are combined and cooked together.

The result is a fragrant, flavorful dish with tender meat and perfectly cooked rice.

Ingredients

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  • 500 g lamb, cut into pieces

  • 2 cups basmati rice

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or ghee

  • 1 onion, sliced

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 tablespoon ginger, grated

  • 1 teaspoon cumin

  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder

  • ½ teaspoon turmeric

  • 1 teaspoon garam masala

  • 1 can chopped tomatoes

  • ½ cup yogurt

  • 3 cups water or stock

  • Salt to taste

  • Fresh cilantro and mint

  • Juice of ½ lemon

Instructions

Step 1 – Cook the Rice

Boil the basmati rice until 70% cooked, then drain and set aside.

Step 2 – Cook the Lamb Base

Heat oil or ghee in a pot. Add onions and cook until golden. Stir in garlic and ginger.

Step 3 – Add Spices

Add cumin, coriander, turmeric, and garam masala. Cook briefly to release aroma.

Step 4 – Cook the Lamb

Add lamb pieces and cook until browned.

Step 5 – Add Tomatoes and Yogurt

Stir in tomatoes and yogurt. Cook for 15–20 minutes until the lamb is tender and sauce thickens.

Step 6 – Layer the Biryani

Layer partially cooked rice over the lamb mixture. Sprinkle herbs and lemon juice.

Step 7 – Steam (Dum Cooking)

Cover tightly and cook on low heat for 15–20 minutes to allow flavors to combine.

Step 8 – Serve

Gently fluff the rice and serve hot.

Find it online: https://jamieolivereats.uk/lamb-biryani/