Egg Biryani Recipe

Egg Biryani is a delicious and aromatic dish made with boiled eggs, fragrant basmati rice, and a blend of rich spices. It is a quick and easy alternative to traditional meat-based biryanis, yet just as flavorful. The eggs are marinated and lightly fried for added taste, then cooked in a spiced masala gravy before being layered with saffron-infused rice. Perfect for lunch or dinner, this one-pot meal pairs well with raita, salad, or pickle.

Priya Priya
Feb 15, 2025 - 18:51 Updated: Feb 15, 2025 - 20:26
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Egg Biryani Recipe

Egg Biryani Recipe

Ingredients

For Boiled Eggs

  • 4-5 eggs (boiled and peeled)
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • ½ teaspoon red chili powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon oil

For Rice

  • 2 cups basmati rice (soaked for 30 minutes)
  • 4 cups water
  • 2-3 cloves
  • 2-3 green cardamoms
  • 1-inch cinnamon stick
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon salt

For Cooking

  • 3 tablespoons oil or ghee
  • 2 onions (thinly sliced)
  • 2 tomatoes (chopped)
  • 2 green chilies (slit)
  • ½ cup yogurt
  • ½ teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon biryani masala
  • ½ teaspoon cumin powder
  • ½ teaspoon coriander powder
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • ½ cup mint leaves (chopped)
  • ½ cup coriander leaves (chopped)
  • A pinch of saffron (soaked in 2 tablespoons warm milk)
  • 1 tablespoon kewra water (optional)

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Eggs

  1. Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a pan.
  2. Add boiled eggs, sprinkle turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt.
  3. Fry for 2-3 minutes until lightly golden, then set aside.

Step 2: Cook the Rice

  1. Boil 4 cups of water in a pot. Add cloves, cardamoms, cinnamon, bay leaf, and salt.
  2. Add the soaked basmati rice and cook until 70% done (grains should be firm when pressed).
  3. Drain and set aside.

Step 3: Prepare the Masala

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons oil or ghee in a pan.
  2. Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown. Remove half for garnish.
  3. Add green chilies and chopped tomatoes, cook until soft.
  4. Stir in yogurt, garam masala, biryani masala, cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric, mint, and coriander leaves.
  5. Add the fried eggs and mix gently.

Step 4: Layer the Biryani

  1. In a large pot, spread a layer of egg masala at the bottom.
  2. Add a layer of cooked rice on top.
  3. Sprinkle reserved fried onions, saffron milk, and kewra water over the rice.
  4. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used.

Step 5: Dum Cooking (Slow Cooking)

  1. Cover the pot with a tight lid or seal with dough to trap the steam.
  2. Cook on low heat for 15-20 minutes.
  3. Turn off the heat and let it rest for 10 minutes before opening.

Step 6: Serve & Enjoy!

  1. Gently mix the biryani before serving.
  2. Serve hot with raita, salad, or a squeeze of lemon for a delicious meal!

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