Turkey Biriyani Recipe

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Turkey Biriyani
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  1. Heat 2 tbsp of the oil in a large saucepan and add a third of the onions.
  2. Fry for 3-4 minutes, add the cashews and fry another couple of minutes.
  3. Remove the onions and nuts with a slotted spoon, mix with the raisins and set aside.
  4. Lower the heat and add another tbsp of the oil and cook the remaining onions with curry paste in the pan, covered, for about 10 minutes.
  5. Add the turkey and fry for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Add the chopped tomatoes and simmer, covered, for about 15 minutes.
  7. Meanwhile, wash the rice in a sieve until the water runs clear. Drain thoroughly.
  8. Heat the remaining oil in a second wide saucepan with a lid.
  9. Add the spices except for the saffron and cook for a few seconds.
  10. Add the washed rice and fry for 3-4 minutes, then add 600ml of boiling water, season and return to the boil.
  11. Stir very briefly, then cover and simmer over a medium heat for 10-12 minutes until the water is absorbed.
  12. Steep the saffron in the rose water with 1 tbsp hot water.
  13. Take the turkey off the heat and season to taste.
  14. Scatter a third of the fried onion mixture over the turkey, top with half the rice and add half of the remaining onions.
  15. Scatter over some of the rose water, repeat with remaining rice, onions and rose water.
  16. Cover the pan with a tightly fitting lid and cook over a gentle heat for 10 minutes. You could also put this in a 200 C oven for 10 minutes.
  17. Serve with freshly chopped coriander.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 422.28 Kcal (1768 kJ)
Calories from fat 205.15 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 22.79g 35%
Cholesterol 347.33mg 116%
Sodium 119.27mg 5%
Potassium 608.68mg 13%
Total Carbs 34.74g 12%
Sugars 7g 28%
Dietary Fiber 3.92g 16%
Protein 22.13g 44%
Vitamin C 23.2mg 39%
Vitamin A 3.4mg 113%
Iron 19.8mg 110%
Calcium 45.2mg 5%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 128.41 Kcal (538 kJ)
Calories from fat 62.38 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6.93g 35%
Cholesterol 105.62mg 116%
Sodium 36.27mg 5%
Potassium 185.08mg 13%
Total Carbs 10.56g 12%
Sugars 2.13g 28%
Dietary Fiber 1.19g 16%
Protein 6.73g 44%
Vitamin C 7.1mg 39%
Vitamin A 1mg 113%
Iron 6mg 110%
Calcium 13.7mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 9.6
    Points
  • 11
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium

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