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Dindigul Biryani Recipe

Dindigul Biryani Recipe
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Dindigul Biryani Recipe

Dindigul Biryani is known for its spiciness and robust flavor. Originating from the town of Dindigul in Tamil Nadu, this biryani uses seeraga samba rice and small chunks of meat, making it a hearty and flavorful dish.

Ingredients for Dindigul Biryani

  • 2 cups seeraga samba rice
  • 500g meat (chicken or mutton)
  • 1/2 cup yogurt
  • Whole spices (cloves, cardamom, bay leaves)
  • 2 onions, sliced
  • 2 tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup fresh coriander leaves, chopped
  • 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
  • Salt to taste
  • 3 tbsp oil
  • 1 tbsp ghee

Instructions for Making Dindigul Biryani

  1. Preparation: Wash and soak the seeraga samba rice for 30 minutes. Cook the rice until it's 70% done, then drain and set aside.

  2. Marinate the Meat: In a bowl, mix the meat with yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric, red chili powder, black pepper, lemon juice, and salt. Marinate for at least 1 hour.

  3. Cook the Meat: Heat oil in a large pot. Fry the onions until golden brown and set aside half for garnishing. Add the marinated meat, tomatoes, garam masala, and whole spices. Cook until the meat is tender.

  4. Layer the Biryani: In a heavy-bottomed pot, layer half of the partially cooked rice. Add the cooked meat mixture, then top with the remaining rice. Sprinkle chopped coriander and mint leaves.

  5. Dum Cooking: Drizzle ghee over the top layer. Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and cook on low heat for 20-25 minutes (dum method) until the rice is fully cooked and the flavors are well blended.

  6. Serve: Garnish with fried onions and serve hot with raita and salad.

Tips for Success

  • Rice: Use seeraga samba rice for an authentic texture and flavor.
  • Spices: The combination of black pepper and lemon juice gives Dindigul Biryani its unique spicy and tangy flavor.
  • Dum Cooking: Seal the pot tightly to retain the steam and cook the biryani evenly.

Enjoy the bold and spicy flavors of Dindigul Biryani, a dish that showcases the vibrant culinary heritage of Tamil Nadu.