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Biriyani-style Malabari Prawns

Biriyani-style Malabari Prawns

with mint raita
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Calories
: 
466 kcal
Protein
: 
22.9g protein
Total
: 
25 minutes
Difficulty
: 
Easy
Allergens:
  • Crustaceans
  • Milk

Malabar Biriyani is a fragrant, subtly spiced dish hailing from Kerala, famous for its distinct aroma and use of short-grain rice. This version features juicy prawns and tender green beans.

Serving amount

160 grams

King Prawns

(Contains: Crustaceans)

150 grams

Rice

2 unit(s)

Garlic

1 unit(s)

Onion

2 unit(s)

Tomato

110 grams

Yoghurt

(Contains: Milk)

5 grams

Mint

150 grams

Green Beans

1 sachet(s)

North Indian Style Spice Mix

1 sachet(s)

Garam Masala

Not included in your delivery

to taste

Salt

to taste

Pepper

to taste

Oil

to taste

Water

Energy (kJ)1951 kJ
Energy (kcal)466 kcal
Fat4.5 g
of which saturates2.3 g
Carbohydrate85.2 g
of which sugars12 g
Dietary Fiber6.2 g
Protein22.9 g
Salt3.3 g
Potassium527.6 mg
Calcium159 mg
Iron1.5 mg
Due to the different suppliers we purchase our products from, nutritional facts per meal can vary from the website to what is received in your delivered box.
•Sieve
•Pot with Lid
•Grater

Cooking Steps

Cook the Rice
1
  • Rinse the rice to remove excess starch.
  • Boil a large pot of salted water for the rice.
  • Add the rice and cook for 10-12 mins.
  • Drain in a sieve and pop back in the pot.
  • Cover with a lid and leave to the side until ready to serve.

TIP: If you’re in a hurry you can boil the water in your kettle.

Get Prepped
2
  • Trim the green beans, then chop into thirds.
  • Halve, peel and thinly slice the onion.
  • Cut the tomato into 1cm chunks.
  • Peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press).
  • Pick the mint leaves and roughly chop (discard the stalks).
Make the Sauce
3
  • Place a large pan over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil.
  • Once hot, add the onion and tomato, season with salt and pepper and fry until soft and sweet, 4-5 mins, stirring occasionally.
  • Add garlic, garam masala, the North Indian spice and half the yoghurt to the pan and cook for 3-4 mins until softened.
Cook the Prawns
4
  • Add 150ml water (per 2P) and green beans to the pan and cook for 2-3 mins. 
  • Add the prawns and cook, stirring often, until the prawns are cooked, 4-5 mins. Add a splash of water to loosen if needed. Season with salt and pepper. IMPORTANT: Prawns are cooked when pink on the outside and opaque in the middle. Prawns are cooked when pink on the outside and opaque in the middle.
Finishing Touches
5
  • Add cooked rice to the pan and stir until rice and prawns are combined.
  • In a small bowl, combine two-thirds of the mint with the remaining yoghurt. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Dish Up
6
  • Divide the prawn biryani between bowls.
  • Serve topped with a dollop of the mint yoghurt.
  • Sprinkle over the remaining mint.