Keto-Friendly Chicken Biryani Recipe with Low-Carb Ingredients

Keto-Friendly Chicken Biryani Recipe with Low-Carb Ingredients

If you are a fan of Chicken Biryani but wish to have it in low carb or ketogenic diet then present to your attention Keto-Friendly Chicken Biryani. As you would expect, regular biryani has an abundance of rice, fresh coriander and ghee, all of these do not sit well with the keto diet in terms of carbohydrate intake. Here, we will be achieving a similar depth of flavor ad richness in this dish by replacing the rice by a keto rice. For those who love tasty biryani deals but want to avoid carbs this recipe makes you trim while feeding your biryani passion.

Why should you choose a Keto-Friendly Biryani?
Conventional biryanis are rich in carbs, primarily due to basmati, or long grain rice.These aforesaid dishes are rich in carbs, particularly basmati or long grain rice. When on keto or low carb diet, it is not a easy feat to make sure that you are consuming low on carbs while still getting to eat a lot of food. The low-carb version of the Chicken Biryani recipe is only a little different from the original in that it doesn’t contain rice. Having cauliflower rice or shirataki rice as an alternative or the rice you’re used to give you the similar texture of basmati rice but with no carbohydrates, and therefore perfect for keto.

Ingredients
Allow me to list down the things that you will need to prepare this easy to make, keto, low-carb Chicken Biryani dish.

For Marinating the Chicken:

  • Chicken 500g – fresh chicken thighs or chicken breast good with bone skinless chicken tastes best
  • 1 cup yogurt preferably full fat and preferably unsweetened.
  • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • Salt to taste

For Cooking the Biryani:

  • 170g basmati rice as a base and 2 cups cauliflower rice or shirataki rice for a low carb alternative.
  • 3 tbsp ghee or coconut oil if you want in rich taste.
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 pieces green chillies slit in middle
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 3-4 green cardamom pods
  • 4-5 cloves
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/2 tsp garam masala
  • 1/2 tsp coriander powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin powder
  • Newly torn fresh coriander leaves and mint leaves for garnishing the soup.

Low-Carb Optional Ingredients

  • Adding extra fiber and texture is easy with these optional ingredients:
  • ¼ cup of chopped bell peppers or zucchini
  • A tablespoon of chopped nuts (preferably almonds or cashew nuts) for the purpose of creating some crunch and added dietary fats.

Preparations for Preparing Kerala Special Chicken Biryani According to Keto Diet

  1. Marinate the Chicken
  • In a bowl mix the curd, ginger garlic paste, turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala and salt.
  • Put the chicken pieces into the dish utilising the marinade clung to the chicken pieces.
  • Place another bowl with a lid on it over the dish and let it marinate for half an hour, though it’s better to marinate it during the night altogether.
  1. Refer to the previous section and make the Cauliflower Rice (or Shirataki Rice) if not prepared yet.
  • If considering the use of cauliflower rice then chop cauliflower into small florets and process in a food processor to resemblance of rice. However, you can also purchase the cauliflower rice, already made, from the market, stores or online shops.
  • In case of shirataki rice, it is best to wash and proceed to cook as the directions state below to rid any stench.
  • Now here’s a tip: Let the rice substitute you’ve chosen on the side.
  1. Cook the Biryani Masala
  • In a large, wide frying pan, or a shallow sauce pan, melt ghee or coconut oil with medium heat.
  • Then add cumin seeds, cinnamon, green cardamom, black cloves, and a leaf of bay. Stir for 1-2 minutes till the spices release their smell.
  • Put the sliced onions and stir occasionally until they reach agolden brown color. This process will happen for 8 to 10 minutes but it should be allowed to cook to get that browned, caramelized look.
  • Then add the green chilies into the pot and sauté for another minutes or until fragrant.
  • Transform the marinated chicken pieces to the pan with the onions and spices pan-fried now, stir well and mix and match. Fry the chicken on the medium heat until fully cooked the chicken, Normally the chicken will take 10-12 minutes to be dry.
  • Now add garam masala powder, coriander powder and cumin seeds powder to it. This is enough time to give the spices a chance to blend into the paste well; a little longer, which can be anything between 2-3 minutes.
  1. Get the Chicken and the Cauliflower Rice and mix them together
  • Lower the heat to low, then add the prepared cauliflower rice (or shirataki rice into the skillet). Stir it gently with the chicken and then add the remaining of the masala mixture on it.
  • Place the skillet over a container and cover the mixture with another skillet to allow the flavors as well as aromas intermingle. Stir for about 5-7 minutes depending on the texture of the cauliflower rice and how well the spices have been well incorporated and the dish as a whole is hot.
  1. Garnish and Serve
  • Finally add coriander and mint as garnishing to give it a special flavour.
  • Or if one wishes, add some toasted nuts for a little extra crunchiness and to enhance the amount of healthful fats included in the dish.
  • Possible Risks and Analyzing of Keto-Friendly Chicken Biryani
  • This Chicken Biryani is keto-compatible and also has low carb, with loads of protein and healthy fats, which make it perfect for keto diets. Then there is cauliflower rice that has virtually no carbs at all; thus, you can allow yourself a large portion without feeling guilty. Chicken provides lots of protein needed for the muscles and to reduce hunger pangs while ghee or coconut oil keeps one fuller for a longer time.

Keto Chicken Biryani — Cooking Tips to Make the Dish Better

Choose Your Rice Substitute Wisely: Of course, cauliflower rice is well-known but shirataki rice is that – another type of low carbs rice with a different taste and texture. Select depending on your choice and the texture you appreciate most.

Experiment with Spices: The spices used while preparing biryani are the secret behind the yummy dish. Use less garam masala more cumin or coriander to your specifications depending on what you like.

Let the Biryani Rest: After cooking, the biryani is supposed to be left for sometime in order to get even better in taste.

Serve with Keto-Friendly Sides: Enjoy your biryani with a keto raita for yogurt, cucumbers and just a pinch of chaat masala and cumin powder. This not only enhances the taste but brings a liberal dose of water to your meal which we all know is good for us.

 

Serving suggestions and storage
Serving
Enjoy your tasty Keto-Friendly Chicken Biryani as soon as it’s done; and accompany it with raita and wedges of lemon. You then garnish with a pinch of saffron in case you desire to add more aroma to the food.

Storage
This dish can be stored inside a refrigated airtight container for up to 3 days after preparation. If too dry, which often happens when prepared ahead and reheated, then stew can be moistened with a little water before reheating on the stove or in microwave.

Exclusive reasons on why Gulf Wave Agricom is the choice for quality rice
While this recipe eliminates rice altogether, good quality rice is quintessential to prepare whether it is basmati or long grain rice in biryanis. At Gulf Wave Agricom, our target is specifically in the superior quality Basmati rice. therefore, we are the go-to company for rice exporters in India. Gulf Wave Agricom offers a great deal when it comes to basmati rice and other long grain rice to meet lovers of rice related delicacies.

Why Choose Gulf Wave Agricom?

Trusted Source: Being one of the traditional  exporters of rice  in India, quality is taken into consideration wherein all our rice meets international quality.
Variety and Freshness: We supply our rice range of basmati, 1121 basmati, and other products to address various types of cuisines, including biryanis and pulaos.

Final Thoughts

What’s more, with this keto friendly chicken biryani recipe, you can enjoy all the flavors that come with a delicious biryani but with less on the carb side. Ideal for anyone on the ketogenic diet or anyone trying to reduce their carbohydrate intake, this recipe incorporates all the right spices when making a biryani with no compromise on taste.  And when you’re ready for the real thing, trust Gulf Wave Agricom for high-quality rice that elevates your traditional biryani experience.