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Cooking Biryani at Home? This Stay-At-Home Parent Reveals the Secret to Perfect Chicken & Rice Every Time!
Creating the Perfect Biryani with Chicken and Rice
For those of us who are stay at home parents, having an engaging and creative cooking blog is a great way to stay busy and productive. One of my favorite dishes to make and write about is biryani with chicken and rice. This classic dish from the Middle East has been revitalized by home cooks around the world, and I’m here to share my own version of this delicious dish.
Biryani is a complex dish, but it doesn’t have to be intimidating. The key is to use quality ingredients that are fresh and flavorful. For my biryani with chicken and rice, I like to use boneless skinless chicken thighs, basmati rice, onion, garlic, ginger, cinnamon sticks, cardamom pods, cloves, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, turmeric powder, chili powder, garam masala powder, chopped cilantro leaves, chopped mint leaves, Greek yogurt, ghee or butter, bay leaves and a lemon.
Now that we have our ingredients ready to go, let’s get started! Begin by marinating the chicken thighs in Greek yogurt mixed with chili powder and garam masala powder for about an hour. This will help tenderize the meat and infuse it with flavor.
Next up is the rice. I like to use basmati rice for this dish because it cooks up fluffy and has such an amazing aroma. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add in the soaked basmati rice along with a few cardamom pods and cinnamon sticks. Cook until the rice is just al dente—about 10-12 minutes—and drain well.
After that it’s time to make our spice blend! Heat a pan over medium heat and add in some ghee or butter. When it starts to sizzle add in the cumin seeds, coriander seeds and cloves. Toast these spices for about 2 minutes until fragrant then add them to a spice grinder or mortar & pestle along with turmeric powder and freshly ground black pepper. Grind everything together until you get a nice fine powder then set aside.
Now it’s time to assemble the biryani! Heat some ghee or butter in a large pan over medium heat then add in the onions and sauté until golden brown. Add in garlic and ginger paste along with bay leaves then sauté for another minute before stirring in the marinated chicken thighs. Cook until the chicken is almost cooked through then add in the freshly ground spice blend along with chopped cilantro leaves and mint leaves. Give everything a good stir then add in the cooked basmati rice along with some salt to taste. Stir everything together then cover with a lid and let simmer on low heat for 10 minutes or until the flavors have melded together nicely.
To finish off our biryani with chicken and rice squeeze some fresh lemon juice over top before serving alongside your favorite chutney or raita (yogurt sauce). The flavor combination of spices combined with juicy chicken thighs and fluffy basmati rice makes this dish truly irresistible! I hope you enjoyed reading my blog post about biryani today; let me know if you try making it at home!
“Treat Yourself and Your Family to Delicious Baked Sweet Potatoes with Marshmallows and Brown Sugar!”
As a stay-at-home parent, finding creative ways to keep the family entertained can be a challenge. One of our favorite activities is to experiment with recipes together for a delicious and fun family night! Our latest recipe is for Baked Sweet Potatoes with Marshmallows and Brown Sugar. This easy to make dish comes together quickly and is sure to please everyone at the table!
To begin, you will need four large sweet potatoes, one cup of marshmallows, one cup of light brown sugar, two tablespoons of butter, and a pinch of salt. Start by preheating your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. While the oven is preheating, rinse your sweet potatoes and pat them dry. Then, use a fork to poke several holes in each one before lightly rubbing them with butter or oil. Place the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and bake them in the preheated oven for 45 minutes or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
Once the sweet potatoes are cooked through, carefully remove them from the oven. Slice each one open lengthwise and sprinkle with the brown sugar and salt. Top each potato with marshmallows and dot with butter before returning them to the oven for about 10 minutes or until the marshmallows have melted and become lightly golden brown.
When your Baked Sweet Potatoes with Marshmallows and Brown Sugar are ready, serve them immediately as they are sure to please everyone around the table! We like to serve ours with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream for an extra special treat.
This recipe has become a regular at our house for family night because it requires minimal effort yet yields maximum flavor! Plus, it’s a great way to get in some quality time together as parents and kids while enjoying some delicious food! It’s also an especially special recipe for us because it reminds us of our own childhoods when we would bake sweet potatoes every once in awhile as a special treat. We love how this simple yet tasty dish has become part of our family’s tradition!
Ingredients:
– 4 large sweet potatoes
– 1 cup marshmallows
– 1 cup light brown sugar
– 2 tablespoons butter
– Pinch of salt
“Grilled Shrimp: A Stay-at-Home Parent’s Secret to Tangy Basil & Zesty Lemon Flavour!”
Grilled Shrimp with Basil and Lemon: A Delicious and easy Stay at Home Parent Recipe
As a stay at home parent, quick and easy recipes are a must. I’m always looking for ways to get dinner on the table in no time, while still providing a nutritious and delicious meal. One of my favorite go-to recipes is grilled shrimp with basil and lemon. This simple dish is packed with flavor, takes just minutes to prepare, and will have your family begging for more.
This dish requires just a few ingredients and can be made on the grill or in the oven. For this recipe, you will need 1 pound of large shrimp, 1/4 cup of extra-virgin olive oil, 3 cloves of garlic, finely minced, 1/4 cup of fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced, 2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of sea salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper.
To begin, preheat your grill or oven to medium-high heat. In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic, basil leaves, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Mix until all the ingredients are combined. Place the shrimp in a medium-sized bowl and pour the marinade over them. Toss until all the shrimp are evenly coated with the marinade.
If using the grill, place the shrimp on skewers so they are easier to handle. Place them on the hot grill grates and cook for 2 minutes per side or until they turn pink and opaque. If using an oven, arrange them in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 8-10 minutes or until they turn pink and opaque.
Once cooked through, transfer the grilled shrimp to a serving plate and squeeze some extra lemon over them for added flavor. Serve immediately with some steamed rice or roasted vegetables for a delicious meal that your family will love!
As a stay at home parent who is always pressed for time but still wants to make nutritious meals for my family every night, I’m so thankful that I have recipes like this one in my arsenal! Grilled shrimp with basil and lemon is one of our favorite meals around our house because it’s healthy but still packed with flavor! Plus it’s so easy to make that even my kids can help prepare it!
“Beef and Eggplant Casserole: The Perfect Comfort Food for Busy Stay-At-Home Parents!”
Beef and Eggplant Casserole: A Delicious and Easy Recipe for Stay-at-Home Parents
As a stay-at-home parent, it can be difficult to find the time and energy to make a delicious, nutritious meal. That’s why I love this easy and delicious beef and eggplant casserole. It’s one of my go-to recipes that my family loves, and it’s sure to be a hit with your family, too!
The story behind this recipe is one of necessity. My husband and I had recently become parents when I realized that I just didn’t have the time or energy to make complicated meals. We both worked full time, and he was often on the road for weeks at a time. I needed something that was easy to make, that didn’t require a lot of ingredients, and that my daughter would love. That’s when I came up with this beef and eggplant casserole.
Ingredients:
1 lb ground beef
1 large eggplant, diced
1 onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can diced tomatoes (14 oz)
1 cup beef broth
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oilDirections:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the beef and cook until browned, stirring often. When cooked through, transfer the beef to a large bowl and set aside.
2. In the same skillet, add the onions, garlic, eggplant and tomatoes. Cook for 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Add the oregano, salt and pepper to taste, then stir in the beef broth until everything is combined.
3. Transfer the mixture to an 8×8 inch baking dish and top with the cooked ground beef. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes or until hot throughout.This casserole is so easy to make that even my daughter can help out! Plus, its hearty ingredients make it a great meal for busy families like ours who don’t have a lot of time for complicated cooking projects but still want something nutritious and delicious on their table every night. It’s become one of our favorite dishes since I first made it years ago!
So if you’re looking for an easy yet delicious meal that you can whip up in no time at all as a stay-at-home parent, this beef and eggplant casserole is sure to be a hit with your family! Give it a try tonight – you won’t regret it!