The Craving For Biriyani
I recently missed the Chennai biryani I used to eat while staying on campus. The memory came rushing back while I was talking to my brother. Soon after, I found myself searching for biryani recipes online. There were so many cooking videos that choosing one became difficult, mostly because, apart from the craving, I didn’t really have the motivation to cook.
Today, since my mom was also at home and wanted to taste the biryani, I finally decided to make it. The beginning was a bit chaotic and messy, but I eventually managed to get all the ingredients right.
Here’s how I made it:
First, I sliced some onions and tomatoes. I heated oil with a bit of ghee in a pan and sautéed the onions until they turned golden brown. Then, I added ginger–garlic paste and cooked it for a few minutes until the raw smell disappeared. Next, I added khade masala, cardamom, cinnamon sticks, and cloves to enhance the flavour. After that, I mixed in some chilli powder and a spoonful of curd, followed by the chicken pieces, blending everything well with the masala.
Once the chicken was cooked slightly, I added the soaked rice and poured in water. For the final touch, I squeezed some lemon juice and closed the lid to let it cook.
After a few minutes, I suddenly remembered that I had forgotten to add salt! I quickly opened the lid and sprinkled some in before it was fully cooked. Then came the waiting, and soon, the air filled with the rich aroma of biryani, making both my mom and me even hungrier.
After what felt like forever, we finally opened the lid, served ourselves a bit, and enjoyed the meal together. It wasn’t just delicious, it was a plate full of nostalgia and satisfaction.
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