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Rich Paneer Biryani with spicy paneer cheese and basmati rice, garnished with fresh coriander and mint.
Aromatic Indian paneer biryani served steaming hot

Paneer biryani with fragrant basmati rice

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Main Courses
Biryani is not merely rice with meat (or cheese), but the art of layering, known as 'dum'. The par-boiled rice and the spicy, saucy base (masala) steam together in a sealed pot, allowing the rice grains to absorb the aromatics without becoming mushy or sticking together.
🕒 Prep Time 30 mins
🍳 Cook Time 45 mins
⌛ Total Time 1 hr 15 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 1100 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Indian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Heavy-based saucepan (to prevent burning during the 'dum' process)
  • Sieve or colander for the rice

Allergen Information

⚠️ Milk

Instructions

1 ✓

Rinse the rice several times until the water runs clear, then soak in cold water for 30 minutes.

Tip: Washing removes surface starch so the grains don't stick together during cooking.
2 ✓

Toss the paneer cubes with the yoghurt, turmeric, paprika, and a little salt. Leave to marinate.

Tip: The acidity of the yoghurt and the salt help the spices penetrate deep into the cheese.
3 ✓

Fry the sliced onions in hot oil until golden brown (caramelised), then add the garlic, ginger, and whole spices. Once fragrant, add the marinated paneer along with the marinade. Fry for 5-8 minutes.

Tip: The oil-soluble flavour compounds in the spices are truly released by heat.
4 ✓

Meanwhile, cook the rice in boiling salted water for 5-6 minutes (it should be semi-hard, 'al dente'), then drain.

Tip: Do not cook it completely! It will soften during the steaming process. If you overcook it now, it will be mushy at the end.
5 ✓

Layering: Spread the rice over the spiced paneer mixture. Drizzle with the milk and sprinkle with the herbs. Cover tightly and steam on the lowest heat for 15-20 minutes.

Tip: This is the 'dum' technique: the trapped steam infuses the rice with the spicy vapours.

Recipe FAQ

Why is the rice breaking?
Basmati rice is fragile after soaking. Stir gently, or better yet, shake the pot. Overcooking can also cause breakage.

Ingredients

  • 300 g Basmati rice
  • 250 g Paneer cheese (cubed)
  • 2 whole Onions (sliced)
  • 4 cloves Garlic
  • 3 cm Fresh ginger
  • 150 ml Yoghurt (thick)
  • 100 ml Milk
  • 1 bunch Fresh coriander and mint
  • 1 tsp Whole cumin seeds
  • 1 stick Cinnamon
  • 2 whole Cloves
  • 1 tsp Turmeric powder
  • 2 tbsp Paprika (or mild chilli powder)
  • 2 tsp Salt
  • 3 tbsp Oil or Ghee