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Chicken Biryani – rice the Gulf way

Half a flame-grilled chicken on spiced basmati rice: this is how biryani is eaten in the Gulf – a lunch that keeps you going until dinner.

19,90 €

A feast from the Arabian Gulf: half a chicken, fire-grilled to a spiced golden crust, resting on fragrant basmati rice crowned with toasted almonds and crisp vermicelli. Alongside comes a bowl of tender braised chickpeas and a fresh tomato-cucumber salad, its lively brightness balancing the warm, aromatic spices of the biryani.

Allergens
Gluten-containing cereals (wheat, rye, barley, oats, spelt, kamut) · Tree nuts (almonds, hazelnuts, walnuts, cashews, pecan, Brazil nuts, pistachios, macadamia)

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Biryani is one of those dishes that crossed the sea and made itself at home. It was born on the Indian subcontinent, travelled to the Arabian Gulf with traders and families, and is now as much a part of life there as kabsa or mandi. Here in Mannheim, you’ll find it Gulf-style – with chicken or with lamb.

Rice in the starring role

In a biryani, the rice is never just a side. It’s cooked with spices and topped with toasted almonds and crispy vermicelli, which add crunch to the soft grains. In this version, half a chicken sits on top, grilled over an open flame with a well-spiced crust.

What comes with it

The little bowl of stewed chickpeas is more than decoration: spoon it over the rice to make it juicier. The tomato and cucumber salad brings some freshness in between all the warm spices.

Biryani or mandi?

Both are rice dishes with chicken, but they taste quite different. With mandi it’s all about the smoky flavour, and the rice is plainer. Biryani is defined by its spices, nuts and vermicelli. For lamb, try our lamb shank biryani.

Starters and groups

To start, try a lentil soup or a fattoush. Rice dishes like this are also easy to plan for parties and family gatherings – find out more about our catering.

FAQ

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What is biryani?

A spiced rice dish with meat. It originally comes from the Indian subcontinent and has been an everyday dish in the Gulf states for generations.

What comes with the biryani?

A small bowl of stewed chickpeas and a tomato and cucumber salad. The almonds and vermicelli are already on the rice.

Do you also do lamb biryani?

Yes – biryani with lamb shank, a whole slow-cooked shank instead of the half grilled chicken.

Can I order biryani for a party?

Rice dishes like biryani are easy to plan for larger groups. Send us an enquiry with the number of guests and we’ll get back to you within 24 hours.

Is the meat halal?

Yes, all the meat at Dunya is halal.