Chicken Pulao
Ingredients: 1. 2 cups long-grain basmati rice 2. 1 onion, thinly sliced 3. 3 whole cloves 4. 1 large cinnamon stick 5. 3 green cardamom pods 6. 1 star anise 7. 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces 8. 1 tomato, diced 9. 1 cup coconut milk 10. 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste 11. 1 tbsp ghee or unsalted butter 12. 1 bunch fresh mint leaves, chopped 13. 1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped 14. 2 tsp garam masala 15. 3 green chilies, sliced (optional) 16. 3 strands of mace (javitri) Method: 1. Rinse the basmati rice until the water runs clear. Set aside. 2. In a large skillet , Instant pot or Dutch oven, heat the ghee or butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onion, cloves, cinnamon stick, star anise, mace, and cardamom pods. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent. 3. Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until fragrant. 4. Add the diced tomato and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until it begins to soften. 5. Add the chicken ...