Why is HSR Layout Mandi Biriyani So Tasty? How is the Taste?
Undoubtedly, all of us love Biryani. It is a delectable and joyful Indian cuisine. It is just beyond food as it conveys a sense of belonging to Indian culture. Be it any in-house party or want to go out with friends, biryani is never missed. But have you ever heard of mandi biryani? Who hasn't? But if yes and never tried, then you must surely be wondering why everyone is crazy about it.
Eating Mandi rice is one way to experience diverse cultures, as is experimenting with various rice dishes. So if you haven't had the chance to give it a taste, you can find the best mandi biriyani in HSR Layout. Furthermore, here is everything you must know about this delicious dish.
What is Mandi Biriyani?
Dating back to the Arabian Peninsula, Mandi Biriyani is a traditional rice dish. It is popular for its aromatic flavour. It typically consists of long-grain rice, meat (both chicken or lamb), spices, vegetables as well as other ingredients. However, Mandi Biriyani has different versions and it is also known as Kuzhi Manthi.
For instance, the Arabic version uses spices such as saffron, cumin, and cardamom and is prepared in a sealed pot with a slow cooking process. Besides, it is served with raita. For the Indian version, various spices are used such as cloves, bay leaves, cinnamon, etc.
Unlike the Arabic version, it is prepared with the lid off and cooked faster for the rice to become fluffier. Due to its high demand, the dish has become increasingly popular. However, when in Bangalore, the best place to enjoy the Indian version of this mandi biriyani in HSR Layout is the Paradise Biryani and Mani's Dum Biryani-HSR.
Here you must read one of my articles where I have written about the type and taste of Mandi Biriyani you get in Bangalore.
Also, don't forget to check out the best place in HSR Layout Bangalore which is famous for awesomely cooked Mandi Biriyani.
But, before you try out any of those places- find out more about Mandi Biriyani, Mandi Rice, different types of Mandi Rice you get to see. The following sections will help!
What are the Different Types of Mandi Rice?
In general, there are 3 types of Mandi- mutton Madfoon, mutton mandi and chicken Madhbi. Mandi rice is eaten with chicken, beef and seafood. It can also be served with raita (yoghurt) or pickled onions. However, if you like to eat it in a spicy way then you can serve it with hot sauce separately.
History of Mandi Biriyani
Mandi Biriyani first originated in Yemen and is a staple food in the Middle East. Although Yemeni Arabs have lived in Hyderabad for almost a century, the general public was unaware of their cuisine until a decade ago. Therefore, Mandi was first commercially presented to Hyderabadians in 2011 when Abdullah Masood Bashadi launched a restaurant in the Errakunta neighbourhood with the name Mataam Al-Arabi.
People travelled from all across the city to sample the Mandi, which quickly gained popularity. Within a few years, several Arabian restaurants started offering Mandi biriyani. It is specially cooked in large quantities during large gatherings, special occasions, festivities and others. Today, in addition to mandi biriyani in HSR Layout, it is famous worldwide from houses to restaurants.
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What is the Taste of Mandi Biriyani? The Flavour of Mandi Biryani
Apart from its unique cooking method, mandi biriyani in HSR Layout is loved for its rich flavour as it is made with a broth of several spices. However, different regions use their own variation by adding different spices and ingredients to the dish. Simply put, the Taste usually depends on the spices used.
Besides, the dish has a very subtle taste and can be made in two ways- the fried version or the juicy version. The Taste is a combination of spicy, salty and tangy at the same time with the meat having an umami flavour. Sometimes, the Mandi rice tends to be a little spicy too. The long-grain rice used in Mandi Biriyani is filling to the mouth and the fragrant rice soothes the soul. The slow cooking process gives the beef an incredibly soft and flavorful taste.
Besides, there are unique suiting arrangement areas in Arabian restaurants where you can eat mandi. However in some areas and other states, the Mandi is placed on a chowki, you sit on the floor and the mandi is cut into a large plate. People gather around the large plate and eat with their bare hands. Typically, mandi biryani is served in portions that may be shared by four persons.
