It’s the season for hearty comfort food that make you feel warm and fuzzy as you get back under the covers on the couch and watch your favourite shows with your family. This biryani rice with caramelized onions and dates is a homemade twist on a classic Indian dish that’s beloved in South Africa and will make your home smell incredible.

The onions are caramelized with the aromatics and combined with fluffy basmati rice which will take on a beautiful golden colour. The dates also add some texture and a rich flavour the the dish. You can get creative with serving as you can use shredded or whole pieces of roast chicken and serve it all alongside a fresh green salad. The choices are endless and the recipe in the video will guide you through it.

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Biryani rice with caramelized onions recipe

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