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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
Meatball Biryani
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1.5 cups basmati rice
  • 1 medium yellow onion
  • 2 tsp garam masala
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro

Instructions

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. 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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