Popular food from the different states of india : 4. Hyderabadi Biryani, Telangana

Hyderabadi biryani is generally believed to originate in the kitchens of the Nizam of Hyderabad. Hyderabadi biryani originated as a blend of Mughlai and Iranian cuisine in the kitchens of the Nizam, rulers of the historic Hyderabad State. Hyderabadi Biryani is a staple part of the Indian Cuisine.

We all try our level best to not suggest biryani to those who travel to Hyderabad for the first time, but what can we do, if our biryanis are simply irresistible. We all know that the old city cafés are the best places to have some authentic biryani. However, the ambience may scare the folks from other cities who don’t know how to speak the Hyderabadi lingo.

A biryani from Hyderabad is like its people, exciting, spicy, sweet and tangy – all in one! Pieces of marinated chicken, long grain basmati rice and fragrant whole spices layered and cooked together on low heat till the meat is tender and falls of the bone and the rice has fluffed up and is soft. Fried onions or barista, kewra water and saffron strands added to this brings along plenty more aroma and flavor! Sunday brunch or house party – this biryani is fit for any occasion!