Biryani is a dish that holds a special place in the hearts of Indians. This one-pot delight offers a myriad of flavors and textures, making it hard to resist. Since the weekend is almost here, why not indulge in some delicious biryani? And no, we are not talking about the usual chicken biryani or mutton biryani. This weekend, satisfy your biryani craving by enjoying Potli Biryani. This unique biryani is unlike any other variety you have eaten before. It offers a whole new way to taste biryani and will definitely add extra joy to your weekend. The recipe of this biryani has been shared by Masterchef Aruna Vijay on her official Instagram handle. Before we get into the recipe, let’s see what it’s all about.
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What makes Potli Biryani special?
Potli Biryani consists of basmati rice, vegetable gravy and fried onions – all packed in a banana leaf. This gives the biryani a unique presentation, making it ideal to serve at lunch or dinner parties. Adding vegetable gravy further enhances its uniqueness. Plus, it’s very easy to make, so there’s no reason not to try it.
What to serve with Potli Biryani?
Potli Biryani tastes best when served with raita or salan. Since curd is naturally cold, it helps balance the richness and spice of the biryani. We recommend pairing onion raita or mint raita with biryani, but feel free to use any other raita of your choice. And if you can tolerate spice, then a bowl of spicy salan is the best option for you. Don’t forget to keep some chopped onions in your plate.
How to make Potli Biryani at home. Potli Biryani Recipe
It is quite easy to make Potli Biryani at home. First of all, heat oil in a pan and add whole spices, ginger-garlic paste and onion. mix well. Then, add tomatoes, carrots, beans, dry spices, curd and salt. Mix it well and add chopped coriander, mint and water to it. Cover the pan with a lid and let it cook for a few minutes. Now, place two banana leaves on top of each other and start assembling the biryani by adding a layer of steamed basmati rice. After this, add a layer of prepared vegetable gravy, birista (fried onion), coriander and a final layer of rice. Add saffron milk, birista and coriander over it, fold it like a parcel and tie it with kitchen thread. Place the parcel in a hot steamer for about 10-12 minutes. Serve hot and enjoy!
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