20-Min Spiced Lamb & Potato Rice with Raita
Sindhi biryani stripped down to its essence: fragrant basmati layered with caramelized potatoes, spiced ground lamb, and yogurt. Served with crisp cucumbers, jalapeño, and cooling raita — pure weeknight magic.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 580
- Protein
- 28g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering.
Step 2
Add diced potato and cook without stirring for 3 minutes until golden on one side.
Step 3
Stir, add ground lamb, and cook breaking up with a spoon until no pink remains, ~5 minutes.
Step 4
Sprinkle garam masala over the lamb, stir to coat, then add cooked rice and toss to combine.
Step 5
Warm through for 2 minutes, then divide between bowls and top with cilantro.
Step 6
Serve with yogurt raita, cucumber slices, and fresh jalapeño on the side.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch nonstick skillet
- wooden spoon
- 2 serving bowls
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