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Madhya Pradesh Pilaf Yakhni Pulao Bhopal Fragrant Mutton Rice
Basmati rice cooked in a fragrant mutton bone broth (yakhni) with whole spices — the Bhopali preparation that showcases Nawabi rice cooking at its finest.
Prep30 min
Cook60 min
Total90 min
Serves4
LevelHard
Method
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1
Add drained soaked basmati rice. Toss in ghee 2 minutes.
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2
Make yakhni: place mutton with water, halved onion, garlic, ginger and all whole spices in a pot.
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3
Bring to a boil. Skim foam. Simmer on medium for 35 to 40 minutes until mutton is tender and the broth is fragrant and concentrated.
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4
Strain the broth — reserve 3 cups. Keep mutton pieces for serving.
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5
Heat 2 tbsp ghee in a heavy pot. Add thinly sliced onion.
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6
Cook on medium for 10 minutes until golden.
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7
Add 3 cups reserved yakhni broth. Bring to a boil. Stir once.
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8
Reduce to the absolute lowest heat. Cover tightly. Cook 18 minutes.
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9
Turn off heat. Pour saffron water over rice without stirring. Cover. Rest 5 minutes.
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10
Fluff gently. Arrange cooked mutton pieces on top. Garnish with birista.
🩺 Health Benefits
High Protein
Protein-rich meals
Gut Health
Probiotics and fiber
Energy Boosting
Sustained energy
Blood Pressure
Low sodium, potassium-rich
Immunity Boost
Vitamins and minerals
Anti-inflammatory
Reduce inflammation
💪 Why this recipe is for High Protein:
Protein-rich for muscle building
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