Bhatkal Egg Biryani is a flavorful and aromatic dish, fragrant coastal Karnataka special from Bhatkal , known for its subtle spice that combines perfectly cooked biryani rice with spiced eggs, curd and a rich, creamy masala. This dish is layered with crispy fried onions (barista) and garnished with fresh coriander leaves, making it a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Serve it hot with raita and salad for a complete meal.
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Deep fry thinly sliced onions in oil until golden and crisp. Keep aside.
Boil the eggs, peel them, and marinate with salt, turmeric, and red chilli powder.
Toss the marinated eggs in oil for 2–3 minutes.
Cut three eggs in half and make slits on the other three.
Grind onion, curd, soaked cashews, tomato, and garlic into a creamy paste.
Cook the paste in 1 tbsp ghee with 1 tbsp oil. Fry until the oil separates.
Add turmeric, red chilli, coriander powder, black pepper, salt and pinch of sugar. Mix well.
Add the slit eggs to the prepared masala and simmer for 1–2 minutes.
Add cooked biryani rice on top of the masala.
Place the halved eggs, barista, mint coriander leaves on top.
Cover and cook on low flame for 5–10 minutes (dum).
Serve hot with raita and salad.
Ensure the onions are fried to a golden brown for the perfect barista texture. It should turn crispy.
Grind onion + soaked cashews + tomato + garlic into a smooth paste. This is the signature base of Bhatkal style biryani, not too spicy, but rich.
Bhatkal biryani is mildly spiced. Avoid too much garam masala. Let creaminess and aroma shine.
Use ghee + oil together. Oil for cooking, ghee for aroma. That wedding-style fragrance comes from this combo
After dum, let it rest 10 minutes. This keeps grains separate and flavors settle beautifully.
Can I use store-bought fried onions for the barista?
Yes, you can use store-bought fried onions to save time, but freshly fried onions provide a better flavor and texture.
Can I make this biryani without eggs?
This recipe is specifically for egg biryani, but you can substitute eggs with vegetables or paneer for a vegetarian version.
How do I prevent the eggs from breaking while tossing in oil?
Handle the eggs gently and use a non-stick pan to prevent sticking and breaking.
What kind of rice is best for biryani?
Long-grain basmati rice is ideal for biryani as it cooks fluffy and separates well.
Can I prepare the masala in advance?
Yes, you can prepare the masala a day in advance and store it in the refrigerator to save time.
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