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Thrissur Special Shrimp Biryani
🇮🇳 Indian

Thrissur Special Shrimp Biryani

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Thrissur cooking — Thrissur Special Shrimp Biryani brings a angara touch with a classic biryani finish. About 56 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 21 min Cook 35 min Serves 6 Easy

Ingredients

  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Shrimp350 g, cleaned

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
  • Curry Leaves1 sprig
  • Lemon1/2

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat oil or ghee in a heavy kadhai over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add cumin or mustard seeds and let them crackle.

  3. 3

    Saute onion until golden, then stir in ginger-garlic paste.

  4. 4

    Add tomatoes and powdered spices; cook until oil separates.

  5. 5

    Add the main ingredient with a splash of water; cover and simmer.

  6. 6

    Uncover, adjust salt and spice, and cook to the desired consistency.

  7. 7

    Finish with garam masala and fresh cilantro.

  8. 8

    Rest a minute, then serve hot.

Chef's tip

Chop everything mise-en-place; the cook goes quickly once oil is hot.

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Watch how it's made

Video: Kerala Style Shrimp Biriyani (w/ English Subtitles) | കേരള സ്റ്റൈൽ ചെമ്മീൻ ബിരിയാണി · on YouTube