Chicken Biryani

Khao Mok Gai

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Preparation info
  • Serves

    4

    • Difficulty

      Easy

Appears in
Family Thai: Bringing the Flavors of Thailand Home

By Arnold Myint

Published 2025

  • About

Khao mok gai is Thailand’s version of chicken biryani and is particularly popular among the Muslim population of southern Thailand. Traditionally, this dish begins with raw, toasted rice that’s dyed a vivid yellow hue thanks to turmeric and saffron, making it a perfect centerpiece for dinner. The yogurt-marinated chicken is gently poached so it maintains its juiciness when all components are steamed together in one pot. My version is quite efficient because it begins with day-old rice and a