@lavinia.nagaiyah: Real flavors, no shortcuts. This prawn briyani hits exactly how it should. 🦐🍛 Prawn Biryani 🔹 Step 1: Marinate Prawns Mix and marinate for 1 hour: * 1 kg prawns * 1 tsp turmeric powder * 2 tsp chili powder * Salt * 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste * 1/2 cup lemon juice * 4 bird’s eye chilies (chopped) ⸻ 🔹 Step 2: Cook Rice (80%) * Boil water with salt * Add 2 cups basmati rice * Cook until 80% done * Drain and set aside ⸻ 🔹 Step 3: Prepare Masala * 1/2 cup oil * 4 tbsp ghee * Add whole spices * 5 sliced onions (fry till golden) * Green chilies (chopped) * 4 tbsp ginger garlic paste * Tomatoes (cook till soft) * 1 tsp turmeric powder * 1 tsp chili powder * 1 tsp biryani powder * 1/2 tsp garam masala * Salt to taste * 2 tbsp yogurt (cook till thick) * 1/2 cup cooking cream * Mint leaves * Coriander leaves 👉 Add marinated prawns and cook briefly (5–7 mins max) ⸻ 🔹 Step 4: Layering & Dum 1. Spread the cooked rice over the prawn masala 2. Top with: * 3 tbsp ghee * Fried onions * Mint & coriander leaves * A little food colouring (optional) 1. Cover tightly with a lid 2. Cook on low heat for 10 minutes ✨ Let it rest, fluff gently, and serve hot! #prawnbiryani #lavasspicykitchen #indianfood #southindianfood #tiktokchef