By Afiur
July 01, 2026
Originating from the coastal Muslim trading community, this biryani is heavily influenced by spice and coconut.
Bhatkali Biryani, native to Karnataka`s coastal town of Bhatkal, cooks meat with onions and green chilies, creating a bold, pungent, and savory masala.
Cooked with stuff minced chicken or lamb meatballs with edible eggs shaped to look like pearls, all wrapped in real gold and silver foils.
Hailing from the Cuttack region, this preparation involves half-cooking mutton before layering it with rice and slow-cooking the pot.
This dish incorporates gongura (sorrel) leaves into the chicken or mutton masala, providing a sourness that perfectly cuts through the rich, spiced rice.