WHAT IS BEEF BIRYANI?
Tender Pakistani Beef Biryani (Instant Pot) is a flavorful rice dish enriched with a savory beef gravy, rooted in the traditions of North India and Pakistan. This biryani surpasses restaurant quality. Through practice, I’ve mastered the art of creating the perfect, tender beef gravy that forms the essence of this recipe—without adding any water. Biryani is a staple in our household, and my daughter is absolutely obsessed with it. If you ask her what she wants me to make, she’ll excitedly say “bib-bani,” her word for biryani. It’s safe to say it’s her favorite Pakistani/Indian dinner recipe, and I make the beef version almost every Friday. This Pakistani/Indian recipe is mildly spiced, reminiscent of the biryani you’d find on the streets of Karachi. I recently visited an Indian restaurant in Memphis where they garnished their Chicken Biryani with a halved hard-boiled egg, which I thought was a unique touch.
STEPS IN THIS BIRYANI
Make the gravy in the Instant Pot. Make the rice. Layer the gravy and the rice. Steam/dumming the biryani.
HOW IMPORTANT IS BIRYANI MASALA?
Biryani Masala is a crucial part of Biryani, regardless of whether it’s beef, chicken, or mutton biryani. Playing and experimenting with spices and different mixtures, my husband and I have perfected the spice melody which results in the most delicious, delicately spiced biryani.
HOW CRUCIAL IS TO HAVE PERFECT RICE FOR BIRYANI?
Biryani is not biryani without the perfect rice. Use of best quality long grain basmati rice or golden sella rice is highly recommended. If the rice are soggy or even a little soft, this gravely ruins the biryani. Cooking the rice perfectly is essential. If the rice hardens or is not well cooked, this also ruins the flavor of the biryani. Each grain of rice should be long, separated, and cooked to perfection.
INGREDIENTS
Beef – Shank beef is ideal for biryani due to its tenderness and the presence of resha (meaty strands). Ensure beef chunks are 1-2 inches long; smaller pieces can compromise the desired texture in the biryani. Yogurt – Whole-fat yogurt is recommended for the best results, as it adds the necessary liquid for cooking the beef. Tomatoes – Also contribute essential liquid for the gravy. Homemade Biryani Masala – A key ingredient for authentic flavor. Rice – An essential component of the dish.
HOW TO COOK THE PERFECT BIRYANI?
HOW TO PREPARE THE RICE FOR THE BIRYANI?
I have written a whole blogpost about Basmati rice and how to perfectly boil them for every time without getting soggy and mushy.
HOW TO LAYER AND STEAM (DUM) A BIRYANI?
HOW TO STORE THE BIRYANI?
For the best results never put the biryani in the freezer. The rice will get hard and contracted, if stored for long. The best way to store the beef biryani is to refrigerate it.
WHAT TO SERVE AND PAIR WITH BIRYANI?
Pair the beef Biryani with Raita. Serve the biryani with Karahi Gosht, Keema, Beef Haleem, and for traditional dessert, serve Kheer. Hey Friend, You’ve made it this far, so now we’re basically best friends! If you make this recipe, I’d love for you to give it a quick review & star rating ★ below. Make sure you follow me on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.
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