Upon India qualifying for the Super Eight this ICC World Cup Series, it’s only natural to celebrate the Indian team’s success with a traditional recipe. And what’s more traditional than the aromatic biryani? While the usual recipe might include chicken or lamb, let U.S. Poultry Bowl You Over with its high-protein turkey for a healthier substitute.

Ingredients:

1 kg Bone-in, skinless turkey thighs or drumsticks

2.5 cups rice

⅓ cup oil

2 bay leaves

3 black cardamom pods

4 cloves

1 inch cinnamon stick

2 onions

1.5 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste

2 green chillies

2 tomatoes

3 cups dahi (yoghurt)

2 teaspoons garam masala

1 teaspoon turmeric powder

2 teaspoons red chilli powder

Salt to taste

½ cup chopped cilantro

¼ cup chopped mint

Fried onions for garnishing

Instructions:

• Take a large bowl and mix dahi with garam masala, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, and salt. 

• Add the turkey pieces and coat them with the marinade. Let it rest for at least 6 hours.

• Cook rice with spices like bay leaves, cardamom pods, cloves, and cinnamon sticks. Set aside.

• Saute bay leaves, cardamom pods, cloves, and cinnamon sticks. Add onion and cook till translucent.

• Stir in ginger garlic paste and tomatoes and cook till they are mushy.

• Add the marinated turkey pieces and cook till brown on all sides.

• Pour a cup of water and let the contents simmer for about half an hour.

• Take a large serving bowl and spread half of the cooked rice, top with cooked turkey, and layer the remaining rice.

• Garnish with chopped cilantro and mint, along with fried onions. Serve hot.

Tips to prepare Indian Turkey Biryani

• Use long-grained rice of good quality.

• Source the best U.S. Poultry turkey meat for the dish.

• Give the turkey ample time for marination to let it soak all the flavours.

• Ensure that you are layering rice and cooked turkey while spreading them equally.

• Use a heavy-bottom vessel to cook biryani to prevent the contents from burning or sticking.

Feast on with Indian Turkey Biryani - Fun Facts!

• India’s love for cricket and biryani is truly unmatched, which is why this Turkey Biryani made with U.S. Poultry’s turkey meat is perfect for your World Cup viewing party!

• With a rich history dating back to the Mughal Empire, biryani is a dish that is treasured in every Indian household.

• The word “biryani” literally means fried rice, but the dish has evolved with the use of saffron, bay leaves, spices and varieties of rice and meat.

• Almost every Indian festival, special occasion, wedding, or cricket match is celebrated with biryani.

• Even though mutton, lamb and chicken are more commonly used ingredients for making biryani, the nutritional contents of U.S. Poultry turkey make Indian Turkey Biryani a must-try.

• Thanks to the high protein content, low cholesterol, and the best produce by U.S. Poultry, turkey biryani is the perfect option to savour while rooting for your favourite player competing against any international team.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can boneless turkey chicken breast be used?

Yes, you can use boneless turkey as well. However, bone-in pieces add more flavour to the dish.

What is a good substitute for yoghurt in the marinade? 

If you don't have yoghurt, buttermilk can be used as a substitute.

Can the turkey biryani be made in a pressure cooker?

Yes, a pressure cooker will have equally good results. Just ensure not to overcook the turkey.

What accompaniments are to be served with turkey biryani?

Serve turkey biryani with a rich raita and dhania or pudina chutney.