Low Fat Prawn Biryani

Elevate your mealtime with the tantalizing flavors of Low Fat Prawn Biryani—a healthier twist on the classic Indian favorite! This aromatic dish combines succulent prawns, fragrant basmati rice, and a medley of whole spices like cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves, all brought together with the creaminess of low-fat yogurt. With just a tablespoon of oil and plenty of fresh herbs like coriander and mint, this recipe delivers bold, savory flavors while keeping it light and nourishing. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner or an impressive weekend feast, this one-pot wonder is ready in just an hour and will leave your kitchen filled with irresistible aromas. Serve it hot and enjoy a balanced, guilt-free indulgence packed with flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams Prawns
• 200 grams Basmati rice
• 150 grams Low-fat yogurt
• 1 large Onion
• 3 Garlic cloves
• 1 inch piece Ginger
• 2 Green chilies
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Garam masala
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 4 Cardamom pods
• 4 Cloves
• 1 Cinnamon stick
• 1 Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Coriander leaves
• 2 tablespoons Mint leaves
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then soak it for 20 minutes.

Step 2

Peel and devein the prawns, then set aside.

Step 3

Finely slice the onion, mince the garlic and ginger, and slit the green chilies.

Step 4

In a large pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add cumin seeds, cardamom pods, cloves, cinnamon, and bay leaf. Sauté until the spices release their aroma.

Step 5

Add the sliced onion and cook until golden brown. Stir in the minced garlic, ginger, and green chilies, and sauté for another 2 minutes.

Step 6

Mix in the turmeric powder and prawns. Cook the prawns until they turn pink, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 7

Stir in the low-fat yogurt, garam masala, and salt. Cook for 5 minutes, allowing the spices to blend. Turn off the heat and set aside.

Step 8

In a separate pot, bring 3 cups of water to boil with a pinch of salt. Add the soaked and drained basmati rice, and cook until it is 70% done.

Step 9

Drain the partially cooked rice and layer it over the prawn mixture in the pan.

Step 10

Scatter chopped coriander and mint leaves over the rice layer. Sprinkle with lemon juice.

Step 11

Cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid and cook on low heat for 20 minutes, allowing the steam to finish cooking the rice and blend the flavors.

Step 12

Once done, gently fluff the biryani with a fork, being careful not to break the rice grains.

Step 13

Serve hot, garnished with additional coriander leaves if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1036.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1051.0

Total Fat 25.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.4g
Cholesterol 642.9mg	0%
Sodium 5378.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 119.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.6g	0%
Total Sugars 27.0g
Protein 92.1g	0%

Vitamin D 84.2IU	0%
Calcium 867.2mg	0%
Iron 12.5mg	0%
Potassium 2089.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 21.3%

Protein: 34.3%

Carbs: 44.4%