Midnight Biryani

Instructions:

1. Wash and soak the basmati rice for 30 minutes.
2. In a heavy-bottomed pan, heat 2 tablespoons of ghee and add sliced onions. Sauté until golden brown.
3. Add ginger-garlic paste, chopped tomatoes and cook until the tomatoes are soft.
4. Add the chicken pieces and cook until they turn white.
5. Add Biryani masala, curd, salt and mix well. Cook for 15-20 minutes on low flame.
6. In another heavy-bottomed pan, boil 4 cups of water. Once the water starts boiling, add the soaked and drained rice to it.
7. Cook until 70% done, then drain the water.
8. Layer the semi-cooked rice over the chicken gravy. Top it with remaining ghee, mint and coriander leaves.
9. Cover the pan and cook on low heat for about 20-25 minutes.
10. Your comfort food, Midnight Biryani is ready to serve! Best enjoyed hot and fresh.