This is one of dish that my Husband loves. So I had the opportunity to learn how to cook this dish from my Sister-in-law. It’s an all in one, which makes it all the more better in my book.
INGREDIENTS
- 1 Whole Chicken
- 3 Cups Rice
- 4-6 Potato
- Mustard Oil
- 2 Bay Leaf
- 3-4 Cinnamon Sticks
- 3-4 Cloves
- 3-4 Black Peppercorns
- 3-4 Cardamons
- 2 Black Cardamons
- Javentri Powder 1 teaspoon
- Nutmeg Powder 1 teaspoon
- Ginger and Garlic Paste
- 4-8 Green Chilli
- 1 Onion
- Fried Onions (Optional)
- Cilantro or Mint (Optional)
- Kerwa Water (Optional)
- Wash and Strain Rice for about 15-20 Minutes
- Peel and Cut the Potatoes into large pieces – Wash and Drain
- Heat Pot
- Add Mustard Oil in a Pot
- Add Potatoes and Fry until lightly Golden
- Remove Potatoes and Set Aside
- In the same pot add all the whole spices and fry
- Add Onions, Green Chillis, Ginger & Garlic Paste and fry
- Add the Chicken and cook 50%
- Add Rice on top of the Chicken
- Layer Potatoes on top of Rice
- Add Green Chillies
- Add Fried Onions
- Add water. (Each 1 Cup of Rice Needs 2 Cups of Water)
- Cover and Cook on Low to Medium Heat
- Half way through cooking – Mix everything together – keep heat low – Let the steam do the cooking!
- Garnish with Cilantro or Mint
I hope You all enjoy this family recipe. I make this often for my husband and he loves it.
Enjoy!
