Meatball Biryani
A quick and comforting one-pan meal with seasoned meatballs nestled in fragrant rice, topped with crispy onions and fresh herbs. Perfect for a busy weeknight.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 28g
Ingredients
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Step 1
In a bowl, mix the 1 lb ground beef with 1 tsp garam masala and a pinch of salt. Roll into 12 small meatballs.
Step 2
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large pot over medium-high. Brown the meatballs for 5 minutes, turning until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
Step 3
In the same pot, add the 1 sliced onion and cook until soft, about 4 minutes. Stir in the 1.5 cups rice and 1 tsp garam masala, toasting for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4
Pour in the 3 cups chicken broth and bring to a boil. Return the meatballs to the pot, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
Step 5
Fluff the biryani with a fork and top with the 0.25 cup chopped cilantro. Serve hot.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot with lid
- mixing bowl
- knife
- cutting board
- fork
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