Hyderabadi Kacchi Dum Biryani |Authentic 2.5 KG Chicken Biryani Recipe |FullStep-by-Step |URBANBITES

Learn how to make authentic Hyderabadi Kacchi Dum Biryani with our full step-by-step recipe. This 2.5 KG Chicken Biryani Recipe is perfect for special occasions like Eid, and is made using traditional methods to give you that restaurant style taste at home. Our recipe is easy to follow and results in a delicious and flavorful biryani that is sure to impress your family and friends. If you're looking for a chicken biryani recipe that tastes like the ones served in restaurants, then this is the one for you. We'll show you how to make chicken biryani in a way that's similar to using an instant pot or pressure cooker, but with a more traditional approach. Our Hyderabadi style chicken dum biryani recipe is a classic and is sure to become a favorite. With our easy to follow instructions, you'll be able to make a delicious and authentic chicken biryani that's perfect for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a recipe to serve at a special occasion or just want to make a delicious meal for your family, our Hyderabadi Kacchi Dum Biryani recipe is the perfect choice. So watch our video and learn how to make this amazing dish, and don't forget to try out our other biryani recipes for more variety.

Learn how to make Authentic Hyderabadi Kacchi Dum Biryani using 1150g chicken and 1 kg basmati rice.
This traditional recipe gives you around 2.5 KG of fully cooked biryani, perfect for 6–10 people.


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🍗 CHICKEN MARINATION (1150 g)

Add the following into a large bowl:

1150 g cleaned chicken

200 g curd (yogurt)

3 tbsp ginger–garlic paste

Salt to taste

3 tbsp red chilli powder

1 tsp turmeric powder

2 tsp coriander powder

1 tsp garam masala

½ tsp cumin powder

1½ tsp homemade biryani masala

Juice of 2 lemons


Mix well and massage the chicken thoroughly.
Marinate for at least 2 hours or preferably overnight.


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🧅 BASE LAYER (CHICKEN)

In a biryani pot/handi:

1. Spread the marinated chicken evenly at the bottom.


2. Drizzle 3–4 tbsp birista (fried onion) oil.


3. Add fried onions, mint leaves, and coriander.




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🍚 RICE PREPARATION – 1 KG BASMATI RICE

1. Wash the rice and soak for 30 minutes.


2. In a large vessel, boil water with:

Salt (generous amount)

1–2 tbsp oil



3. Add the rice and cook:

Remove 50% cooked rice

Remove 70% cooked rice




These two stages will be used in layers.


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🏔️ BIRYANI LAYERING

1st Layer – 50% Cooked Rice

Spread over chicken

Add fried onions

Mint leaves

Fresh coriander


2nd Layer – 70% Cooked Rice

Spread evenly

Add fried onions

Mint leaves

Coriander

Fried cashews



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🌼 SAFFRON MILK + GHEE

Mix warm milk + saffron (or food colour).
Pour over rice.
Add 3 tbsp ghee on top.


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🔥 DUM COOKING METHOD (FINAL)

1. Turn on the stove and place a tawa on it.


2. Keep the biryani pot on top of the tawa.


3. Cover the biryani pot tightly with foil paper.


4. Place a heavy plate/weight on top so that no steam escapes.



COOKING STAGES:

High flame – 10 minutes

Medium flame – 10 minutes

Low flame – 10 minutes


Total Dum Time: 30 minutes

This slow dum ensures the chicken cooks perfectly and the rice becomes aromatic and fluffy.


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🍽️ FINAL OUTPUT

This recipe yields approximately 2.5 KG of Hyderabadi Kacchi Dum Biryani, ideal for 6–10 servings.


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