Tahiri
A fragrant one-pot chicken and rice dish with golden turmeric, tender chicken, and a tangy tomato-yogurt side. This home-style recipe is simple, comforting, and ready in under an hour.
- Total time
- 50 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 650
- Protein
- 35g
Ingredients
- 2 cups basmati rice
- 1.5 pounds chicken thighs
- 1 large onion
- 2 medium tomato
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 2 whole green chilies
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- 1
Rinse the 2 cups basmati rice in cold water until clear, then soak in fresh water for 20 minutes. Drain well.
- 2
Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high. Add 1 sliced onion and cook, stirring, until golden and soft, about 8 minutes.
- 3
Add 1.5 lbs chicken thighs (bone-in, skin removed) and 1 tsp turmeric. Sear until the chicken is browned on all sides, about 6 minutes total.
- 4
Add 2 chopped tomatoes and 2 whole green chilies (slit lengthwise). Cook until tomatoes break down into a thick sauce, about 5 minutes.
- 5
Pour in 2 cups water and bring to a boil. Season with salt and pepper. Add the drained rice, stir gently, and reduce heat to low.
- 6
Cover and cook until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes. Let rest off heat for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
- 7
Serve the tahiri with a side of 1 cup plain yogurt (seasoned with salt and a pinch of turmeric if you like) and lemon wedges.
- 8
Garnish with fresh mint or coriander if you have them. Enjoy hot.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot with lid
- cutting board
- knife
- measuring cups and spoons
- colander
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