What is a Biryani?
Biryani is a mixed rice dish originating among the Muslims of South Asia. It is made with rice, some type of meat and spices.
To cater to vegetarians, in some cases it is prepared without any meat, substituting vegetables for the meat. Sometimes eggs and/or potatoes, are added.
Where Can I Buy Biryani In South Africa?
Biryani Hut – Wendywood
Address: Darwin St, Wendywood, Sandton, 2148, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 8 pm
Phone: +27 11 075 3269
Bismillah Restaurant-B1
Address: Fordsburg Towers, 78 Mint Rd, Fordsburg, Johannesburg, 2092, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 10 pm
Phone: +27 11 838 8050
Banjaara Indian Restaurant & takeaway weltevreden park town square
Address: Town Square Shopping Centre, Hendrik Potgieter Rd, Weltevredenpark, Johannesburg, 1709, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes at 9:30 pm
Phone: +27 11 675 7363
Thava Indian Restaurant
Address: The Avenue &, Grove Rd, The Gardens, Johannesburg, 2192, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 10 pm
Phone: +27 11 728 2826
Which is best for biryani?
Basmati rice is the most commonly used rice for biryani as it has a delicate, nutty flavour and a distinct aroma that complements the spices and flavours in the dish.
Which type of biryani is special?
Also known as the ‘Awadhi biryani’, the Lucknowi Biryani stands out due to its cooking style, known as dum pukht. The meat (or chicken) infused with spices is partially cooked separately from rice, which is flavoured with saffron, star anise and cinnamon.