Hyderabadi Dum Biryani (حیدرآبادی دم بریانی)

Hyderabadi Dum Biryani is a classic dish from the Muhajir Cuisine, known for its aromatic flavors and rich taste. This recipe combines marinated meat, fragrant basmati rice, and a blend of spices, all cooked together in the traditional dum style.

Hyderabadi Dum Biryani (حیدرآبادی دم بریانی)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups basmati rice, soaked for 30 minutes
  • 500g chicken, cut into pieces
  • 1 cup yogurt
  • 2 onions, thinly sliced and fried until golden
  • 4 tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
  • 1/4 cup fresh coriander leaves
  • 4 green chilies, slit
  • 1/2 cup ghee
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon saffron strands
  • Whole spices: bay leaves, cinnamon, cardamom, cloves
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken with yogurt, half of the fried onions, tomatoes, mint, coriander, green chilies, and salt. Let it sit for 1 hour.
  2. Boil the soaked rice until 70% cooked. Drain and set aside.
  3. Heat ghee in a large pot. Add the marinated chicken and spread it evenly.
  4. Layer the partially cooked rice over the chicken.
  5. Sprinkle the remaining fried onions, saffron-infused milk, and whole spices on top of the rice.
  6. Cover the pot with a tight lid and cook on low heat for 30-40 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together in the dum style.
  7. Gently mix the layers before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
450 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
55g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Large pot with a tight-fitting lid Cooking spoon Knife Cutting board

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the Hyderabadi Dum Biryani with raita, salad, and a squeeze of lemon for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For best results, use a heavy-bottomed pot to ensure even cooking and to prevent the biryani from sticking to the bottom.

Cost

$15