Way to make Spider-Man Biryani at Home

To create a Spider-Man Biryani, follow this unconventional recipe that adds a fun twist to the classic dish. This unique biryani is blue in color, reminiscent of Spider-Man's iconic suit. Here's how you can make it: 

Ingredients:

- 2 cups basmati rice

- 500 grams chicken (or your preferred protein) 

- 1 large onion, thinly sliced

- 2 tomatoes, chopped 

- 1 cup yogurt 

- 1 teaspoon ginger paste 

- 1 teaspoon garlic paste 

- 1 teaspoon red chili powder 

- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder 

- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala

- Salt, to taste 

- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

- A pinch of saffron strands (optional)

- Butterfly pea flower extract (for the blue color) 

Instructions to create a Spider-Man Biryani: 

1.**Marinate the Chicken:**   

- In a bowl, mix the yogurt, ginger paste, garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, and salt.   

- Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and let them sit for at least 30 minutes. 

2. **Prepare the Rice:**  

 - Wash the basmati rice thoroughly and soak it in water for 30 minutes.  

- In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add salt, bay leaves, and aromatic spices.  

- Add the soaked rice and partially cook it for about 5 minutes. Drain and set aside. 

3. **Layer the Biryani:**   

- In a heavy-bottomed pan, heat vegetable oil.   

- Add the sliced onions and sauté until golden brown.   

- Layer the marinated chicken at the bottom of the pan.   

- Add a layer of partially cooked rice on top of the chicken.  

 - Sprinkle saffron strands (if using) and drizzle some ghee.   

- Repeat the layers until all the rice and chicken are used up. 

4. **Create the Spider Web Effect:**   

- Mix the butterfly pea flower extract with a little water to create a blue liquid.   

- Drizzle the blue liquid over the top layer of rice in a spider web pattern.   

- Use a spoon to gently create web-like designs on the surface. 

5. **Cook the Biryani:**   

- Cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid.   

- Cook on low heat for about 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is tender and the rice is fully cooked.  

- Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving. 

6. **Serve:**  

 - Gently fluff the biryani with a fork.   

- Serve your Spider-Man Biryani hot, garnished with fried onions and fresh coriander leaves. Enjoy this whimsical and colorful biryani that pays homage to everyone's favorite superhero!