The Crown Jewel of Indian Rice Dishes Hyderabadi biryani is the most complex and rewarding rice dish I've ever attempted. Every layer is intentional -- fragrant basmati, slow-cooked spiced meat, fried onions, saffron milk, and fresh herbs all sealed together and cooked until they meld into something absolutely transcendent. My version stays true to the traditional dum method. Preparing the Rice Soak basmati rice for 30 minutes, then parboil in heavily salted water with whole spices -- bay l