biriyani
Indian rice dish
Biriyani is a South Asian rice dish in which meat, vegetables, or both are layered with spiced basmati rice and slow-cooked.
The dish originated in the Indian subcontinent and varies by region—Hyderabadi biriyani differs from Lucknowi or Kolkata styles.
Also spelled biryani.
We ordered chicken biriyani and naan.
Aromatic long-grain variety
- long-grainRice with extended kernels
- pilafSeasoned broth-cooked grain
- jasmineAromatic climbing plant
- saffronCrocus-derived golden spice
ghee · fluffy · aromatic · parboiled · grains · steamed · soaked · cooked
Aromatic South Asian dish
- masalaIndian spice blend
- kormaMild, creamy braised dish
- vindalooTangy Goan meat curry
- dalStewed split legumes
paneer · tikka · kebab · makhani · tandoori · naan · raita · chutney
Aromatic seed pod spice
- cinnamonAromatic bark spice
- clovesDried flower-bud spice
- cuminGround aromatic seed
- corianderHerb yielding fragrant seeds
nutmeg · mace · bay leaf · star anise · turmeric · saffron · garam masala · black pepper
Pleasantly strong-smelling
- fragrantEmitting pleasant smell
- savoryAppetizing, not sweet
- flavorfulHaving strong taste
- richHaving much of something
succulent · tender · mouthwatering · delicious · spiced · layered · smoky · buttery
basmati
Aromatic long-grain variety
- long-grainRice with extended kernels
- pilafSeasoned broth-cooked grain
- jasmineAromatic climbing plant
saffron · ghee · fluffy · aromatic · parboiled · grains · steamed · soaked · cooked · layer
curry
Aromatic South Asian dish
dal · paneer · tikka · kebab · makhani · tandoori · naan · raita · chutney · samosa
cardamom
Aromatic seed pod spice
coriander · nutmeg · mace · bay leaf · star anise · turmeric · saffron · garam masala · black pepper · fennel
aromatic
Pleasantly strong-smelling
rich · succulent · tender · mouthwatering · delicious · spiced · layered · smoky · buttery · pungent
Hyderabadi
From Telangana's capital
feast
Elaborate ceremonial meal
banquet · gathering · festival · buffet · potluck · hospitality · family · communal · ceremony · party
biriyaniplain rice
Unseasoned cooked grain
steamed rice · white rice · congee · rice porridge · gruel