A delicious and aromatic Indian rice dish made with paneer, spices, and dry fruits.

Prep Time
20min
Cook Time
40min
Total Time
1hr
Paneer Biryani recipe

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 1 bowl)

For Paneer Gravy

  • 2tbsp
    ghee
  • 1cup
    paneer, cubed
  • 1cup
    onions, sliced
  • 2
    tomatoes, chopped
  • 1cup
    water
  • 1
    spice mix
  • 1/2cup
    dry fruits

For Rice

  • 2tbsp
    ghee
  • 1cup
    onions, chopped
  • 1tsp
    cumin seeds
  • 1tsp
    black pepper
  • 2
    green cardamom
  • 2
    black cardamom
  • 1
    tej patta
  • 1
    cinnamon stick
  • 1tsp
    salt
  • 1
    green chilli
  • 2cups
    rice
  • 4cups
    water

How to make Paneer Biryani

Prepare Paneer Gravy

  1. In a pan, heat ghee and fry dry fruits until golden. Remove and set aside.

  2. In the same pan, fry paneer cubes until golden. Remove and set aside.

  3. In the same pan, fry sliced onions until golden brown. Add spice mix and chopped tomatoes. Cook until tomatoes are soft.

  4. Add water and let it simmer. Add the fried paneer back into the pan. Cook until the gravy thickens slightly.

Prepare Rice

  1. In another pan, heat ghee and add chopped onions, cumin seeds, black pepper, green and black cardamom, tej patta, cinnamon stick, salt, and green chilli.

  2. Fry until onions turn golden brown.

  3. Add rice and water. Cook until rice is almost done.

  4. Add fried dry fruits to the rice.

Combine and Serve

  1. Layer the paneer gravy over the almost cooked rice.

  2. Cover and let it cook for another 10 minutes.

  3. Serve hot.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

562.5kcal (28.13%)

Protein

13.8g (27.5%)

Carbs

62.5g (22.73%)

Sugars

5.0g (10%)

Healthy Fat

15.1g

Unhealthy Fat

22.5g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

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Tips & Tricks

  1. Use fresh paneer for the best texture and taste.

  2. Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of green chilli.

  3. For a richer flavor, use a mix of homemade and store-bought spice blends.

FAQS

  1. Can I use store-bought paneer?

    Yes, store-bought paneer can be used, but fresh paneer will give a better texture.

  2. What type of rice is best for biryani?

    Basmati rice is ideal for biryani due to its long grains and aromatic flavor.

  3. Can I make this biryani vegan?

    Yes, substitute paneer with tofu and ghee with vegetable oil to make it vegan.

  4. How can I make the biryani spicier?

    Increase the amount of green chilli or add red chilli powder to the spice mix.

  5. Can I prepare this biryani in advance?

    Yes, you can prepare the components in advance and assemble them before serving.

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