Step 1
Mix chicken with all marinade ingredients. Rest for at least 1 hour (overnight = best flavor)
Step 2
Boil rice with whole spices & salt. Cook till ~70% done (slightly firm). Drain and keep aside
Step 3
Heat oil + ghee. Add marinated chicken. Cook till ~80% done (gravy thickens)
Step 4
In a heavy pot: First layer: chicken, Second: rice, Add fried onions, mint, coriander, saffron milk. Repeat layers
Step 5
Cover tightly (or seal with dough). Cook on low heat for 20–25 mins
Step 6
Gently mix layers. Serve hot with raita or salad
