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Maggi Biryani

Also known as Biryani · Veg + Egg · Biryani & Pulao, Rice dishes

Biryani & PulaoRice dishesCurries & GraviesOne-pot meals

Total30 min
Prep10 min
Cook20 min
Serves2
Per serving771 cal
Spicemedium

Good for: Ramzan, Bakrid

Maggi Biryani

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Maggi biryani, a one-pot egg biryani of basmati rice, onion and tomato seasoned with Maggi masala. Medium-spicy, serves 2, 30 minutes plus soaking, video.

Ingredients

20 items
Cooking for2 servings
  • Red Chilli PowderRed Chilli Powder1 tsp
  • SaltSalt2 tsp
  • EggsEggs, Boiled3
  • Coriander LeavesCoriander Leaves1 tbsp
  • Basmati RiceBasmati Rice1 cup
  • Bay LeavesBay Leaves2
  • Green CardamomGreen Cardamom4
  • CinnamonCinnamon1 inch
  • MaceMace1
  • OnionOnion, Slices4
  • Ginger Garlic PasteGinger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • TomatoTomato, Diced3
  • Turmeric PowderTurmeric Powder1 tsp
  • Hot WaterHot Water2 cup
  • WaterWaterAs Needed
  • Sunflower OilSunflower Oil1 tbsp
  • GheeGhee1 tbsp
  • Black CardamomBlack Cardamom2
  • ClovesCloves2
  • Maggi Masala PowderMaggi Masala Powder5 pieces

Cooking for someone with an allergy? Read every ingredient above. We have not finished checking allergens on this recipe.

Nutrition

One serving, and the whole batch of 2. Worked out from the ingredients, so treat it as a close guide.

NutrientPer servingAll 2
Energy771kcal1542kcal
Protein23g46g
Carbohydrate116g233g
Fat25g50g
Fibre11g22g
Sugar13g26g

Cookd masalas for maggi masala powder

Method

  1. 1

    In a Bowl wash and soak rice for 30 minutes.

    Basmati RiceWater

  2. 2

    In a Vessel over medium heat add oil, ghee and add the whole spices. Once aromatic add in onions and saute until golden brown. Once golden brown add ginger garlic paste and saute until the raw smell disappears.

    Bay LeavesGreen CardamomCinnamonMaceOnionGinger Garlic PasteSunflower OilGheeBlack CardamomCloves

  3. 3

    Add in tomatoes and cook until soft. Add turmeric powder, red chilli powder,salt and saute well.

    Red Chilli PowderSaltTomatoTurmeric Powder

  4. 4

    Add maggi masala and saute for few minutes. Add the eggs and saute for a couple of seconds. Add the rice and saute for 2 minutes. Add the water and reduce the flame to the lowest temperature. Mix once and cover and let cook for 15 minutes. After 16 minutes bring off the heat and fluff the rice. Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot.

    EggsCoriander LeavesHot WaterMaggi Masala Powder

Before you start

How long does Maggi Biryani take?
30 minutes from start to finish. That is 10 minutes of preparation and 20 minutes of cooking.
How many people does Maggi Biryani serve?
2. The ingredient quantities on this page rescale if you are cooking for a different number.
Is Maggi Biryani vegetarian?
It is eggetarian: no meat or fish, but it does contain egg.
Is Maggi Biryani spicy?
It is medium: 2 on our scale of 3. Chilli scales gently when you change the servings, so doubling the recipe does not double the heat.
What do I need to make Maggi Biryani?
5 pieces Maggi Masala Powder, 1 cup Basmati Rice, 3 Eggs, 2 cup Hot Water, 2 Bay Leaves, 4 Green Cardamom, and a few more listed on this page.
Do I need a pressure cooker for Maggi Biryani?
No, it is cooked in an open pot.
How many calories are in Maggi Biryani?
About 771 a serving. The full nutrition table is on this page, per serving and for the whole batch.

Tips from other cooks

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  • vijilingesh

    vijilingeshOctober 2024

    I made this lunch 4 my kids. taste is soo good. I don’t add egg bcoz non-veg is not allowed in school. kids also loved it. tku 4this recipe…..

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