Alternative Name – Biryani, Biriani, Briyani, Briani, Buriyani, Beriani
Course –
Main Dish
Region or
State – South Asia, Western Asia, Central Asia,
Serving
Temperature – Hot
Main
Ingredients – Rice, Spices, Meat
Ingredients
Generally Used – Mutton, Chicken, Beef, Egg, Nuts, Vegetable, Potatoes
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that you're a foodie and love to try different things with various cooking
styles, you probably knew about the Indian dish, Biryani. This rice-based dish
is known for its delightful taste and fragrance can tempt your taste. Biryani
comes in different structures, including chicken, sheep, and even vegetable have
you at any point attempted egg biryani? This great dish is a must-pursue for all
egg sweethearts and is ideally suited for people who need to add protein to
their eating while enjoying a heavenly dinner.
What is Egg Biryani?
Egg biryani is a popular Indian
dish that is made with long-grain basmati rice, hard-boiled eggs, and a blend
of aromatic spices. The dish is a complete meal that is not only delicious but
also highly nutritious. Egg biryani is a perfect blend of carbohydrates and
proteins, making it a wholesome meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages.
Ingredients Needed for Egg
Biryani
To make egg biryani, you'll need
the following ingredients:
- Basmati rice
- Hard-boiled eggs
- Onions
- Tomatoes
- Yogurt
- Green chilies
- Garlic
- Ginger
- Ghee (clarified butter)
- Cumin seeds
- Bay leaves
- Cinnamon
- Cardamom pods
- Cloves
- Red chili powder
- Turmeric powder
- Salt
- Fresh cilantro and mint leaves for garnishing
How to Make Egg Biryani?
Here is a step-by-step guide to
making egg biryani:
Step 1: Boil the Rice
Start by washing 1.5 cups of
basmati rice thoroughly in water. Soak the rice in water for about 30 minutes.
In a large pot, boil 4 cups of water and add the soaked rice. Cook the rice
until it's almost done. Drain the water and keep the rice aside.
Step 2: Boil the Eggs
Boil 4-5 eggs and peel them.
Keep them aside.
Step 3: Prepare the Spices
In a pan, heat 2-3 tablespoons
of ghee (clarified butter). Add 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds, 2 bay leaves, 2
cinnamon sticks, 2-3 cardamom pods, and 2-3 cloves. Fry the spices for a
minute.
Step 4: Add the Vegetables
Add finely chopped onions, 1-2
chopped green chilies, and a tablespoon of grated ginger-garlic to the pan. Fry
the mixture until the onions turn golden brown. Add chopped tomatoes and fry
the mixture until the tomatoes turn mushy.
Step 5: Add Yogurt and Spices
Add a cup of yogurt to the pan
and mix well. Add 1 teaspoon of red chili powder, 1 teaspoon of turmeric
powder, and salt to taste. Mix well and cook the mixture for 2-3 minutes.
Step 6: Add Boiled Eggs and Rice
Add the boiled eggs to the pan
and mix well. Add the cooked rice to the pan and mix gently until the rice is
coated with the spices. Cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid and cook on low
flame for 10-15 minutes.
Step 7: Garnish and Serve
Once the biryani is cooked, turn
off the heat and let it rest for 5-10 minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro and
mint leaves and serve hot with raita or cucumber salad.
