Chef Thanigaimalai’s millet biryani pairs earthy mushrooms with ancient grains, served alongside cucumber palya and green apple raita—a wholesome, flavourful tribute to Karnataka’s rustic culinary roots.
More than a rice dish, biryani is a layered symphony of spices, long-simmered flavours, and the rich pairing of fragrant grains with meat or vegetables. While feasts are incomplete without Biryanis, every tradition has its version of rich and hearty meals. The Mushroom Barnyard Millet Biryani is part of Karnataka’s rich culinary heritage, where millets are more than a tradition; they are a way of life. The millet biryani is a culinary delight with the nutty essence of millets and the goodness of meaty button mushrooms.
Chef Thanigaimalai, Executive Chef at Regenta Jungle Resort Kabini Springs, brings the region’s love for nutrient-rich ancient grains and shares his recipe for palate-pleasing biryani.
For a heartier spread, this Rustic Woodland Millet Feast at the resort features the delectable biryani with refreshing sides like cucumber palya(a sautéed vegetable dish), a South Indian dry curry that captures the essence of fresh cucumbers in a fragrant coconut embrace. Biryani finds its perfect partner in raita, which cuts through the bold spices with the cooling touch of seasoned yoghurt. The refreshing green apple raita served with the rice combines the tartness of green apples with cooling mint, making it the perfect palate cleanser for your feast. Relish this soul-warming biryani, infused with aromatic whole spices and fresh herbs, creating a dish that is both rustic and refined.