Egg Dum Biryani – One Pot Style

Ready in

40 mins

Cuisine

Indian · South Indian

Prep Time

20 min

Cook Time

20 min

Serving

4 People

Difficulty

Easy

Calories / Serving

~450 kcal

Spicy Level

Mild
Recipe by Veda Darshana on YouTube
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Step-by-Step Instructions

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  1. Boil and Fry Eggs

    Boil 3 eggs and make small cuts on all sides. In a separate pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil. Fry the boiled eggs with a pinch of salt, chili powder, and turmeric until lightly browned. Set aside.

  2. Prepare Biryani Base

    In a rice cooker pot, add 4 tablespoons of oil and 1 tablespoon of ghee. Add biryani spices such as bay leaves, cloves, and cardamom.

  3. Sauté Onions

    Add 1 large sliced onion to the pot along with a pinch of salt. until the onions turn light brownish.

  4. Add Ginger Garlic Paste

    Add 1 tablespoon of ginger garlic paste and mix well, cooking until the raw smell disappears.

  5. Add Tomatoes and Spices

    Add 1-2 chopped tomatoes. Then, add 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 2 teaspoons of chili powder, 1 tablespoon of coriander powder, 1 tablespoon of chicken masala, and 1 tablespoon of salt. Mix all ingredients thoroughly.

  6. Cook Masala

    Cook the mixture for about until the tomatoes soften and the spices are well combined.

  7. Add Rice and Water

    Add 2 cups of basmati rice, which has been pre-soaked for and drained, to the pot. Gently mix with the masala. Add 4 cups of water.

  8. Layer Eggs and Cook

    Place the previously fried boiled eggs on top of the rice. Close the lid of the rice cooker and cook for until the rice is fully cooked.

  9. Serve

    Once cooked, serve the hot Egg Dum Biryani.

Before You Cook

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  • No Egg?

    • 1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water (rest 5 min) — Per egg, best in baking.
    • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce — Per egg, in sweet baked goods.
    • 1/4 cup silken tofu, blended — Per egg.

  • No Ghee?

    • Unsalted butter (1:1)
    • Neutral oil (1:1, lacks the toasted note)

  • No Bay leaf?

    • 1/4 tsp dried thyme (per leaf)
    • Pinch of dried oregano

  • No Onion?

    • 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
    • 3 tbsp dried minced onion
    • Shallots or leeks (1:1)

  • No Garlic (fresh)?

    • 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
    • 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
AllergensThis recipe contains eggs.
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Plan Ahead

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  • Add Rice and Water1 hour 30 minutes

    Add 2 cups of basmati rice, which has been pre-soaked for 1.5 hours and drained, to the pot. Gently mix with the masala. Add 4 cups of water.

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Helpful Tips

Small details that can improve the final result.

  • Cooking tipThis Is a Quick One

    Pot recipe, ideal for college students or working professionals.

  • PreparationSoaking Rice for 1

    5 hours before cooking helps achieve a better texture.

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