Dum Biryani Recipe - Hyderabadi Dum Biryani - Traditional Dum Biryani Recipe by Mubashir Saddique

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: buttermilk

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

saffron

💰Cheaper: turmeric

Turmeric provides color at a lower cost.

ghee

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Olive oil is healthier, while butter is a cheaper alternative.

basmati rice

💰Cheaper: long-grain rice

Long-grain rice is more affordable but alters texture.

Soak basmati rice in water for 30 minutes and drain.

Marinate chicken with yogurt, ginger, garlic, green chilies, mint, coriander, and salt for at least 2 hours.

Heat ghee in a heavy pot and fry sliced onions until golden brown; remove and set aside.

In the same pot, layer marinated chicken and top with half the fried onions, saffron dissolved in warm water, and food color.

Add soaked rice over the chicken layer and spread evenly.

Pour water over the rice, ensuring it's just enough to cover it.

Sprinkle remaining fried onions, mint, and coriander on top.

Seal the pot with a tight lid or dough to trap steam.

Cook on low heat for 45-60 minutes until rice is fluffy and chicken is cooked through.

Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Gently fluff the biryani with a fork before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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