Snake Biryani
Fragrant basmati rice layered with spiced snake pieces and caramelized onions.

Total
50 min
Prep
20 min
Cook
30 min
Serves
2
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Recipe serves 2
Ingredients
- 300 g snake meat, cut into bite‑size pieces
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon ginger paste
- 2 tablespoons biryani masala blend
- 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
- to taste salt
- 2 cups water
Instructions
- 1
Rinse the basmati rice until water runs clear, then soak in water for 10 minutes; drain.
- 2
Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat, add sliced onions and caramelize for 5‑7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 3
Add garlic and ginger paste, stir for 30 seconds, then mix in the biryani masala and sauté for another minute.
- 4
Add the snake pieces, season with salt, and cook for 5 minutes until they begin to brown.
- 5
Stir in yogurt, then add the drained rice and water; bring to a gentle boil, cover, and simmer on low heat for 15 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- 6
Turn off the heat and let the biryani rest, covered, for 5 minutes before fluffing and serving.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
620
31% of a 2,000 kcal day
| Protein | 32 g |
| Carbohydrate | 78 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 720 mg |
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