Aung Tha Pyay Briyani
Briyani is a popular dish in Myanmar, especially in the city of Yangon. It is made with rice, spices, and meat, usually chicken or lamb. The dish is often served with a side of yogurt or raita, and a salad or pickles.
Briyani is thought to have originated in India, and was brought to Myanmar by Indian traders and soldiers. The dish quickly became popular in Yangon, and can now be found in restaurants and homes across the city.
There are many different ways to make briyani, but the most common method is to cook the rice separately from the meat and spices. First, the rice is soaked in water for several hours, then boiled with spices such as cardamom, cloves, and cinnamon. Once the rice is cooked, it is removed from the heat and allowed to cool.
Meanwhile, the meat is cooked with more spices, onions, and tomatoes. Once the meat is cooked, it is added to the cooled rice, and the whole dish is cooked together for a final time.
Briyani is usually served with a side of yogurt or raita, and a salad or pickles. The dish can also be served with a boiled egg, or with fried onions and garlic on top.
The best briyani shop in Yangon is undoubtedly Aung Tha Pyay. This unassuming little shop is hidden away in a side street off of Pabedan Road, but it is well worth seeking out. The briyani here is some of the best in the city, if not the country.
The rice is perfectly cooked, fluffy and fragrant, and the meat is always tender and full of flavor. The gravy is rich and flavorful, and the whole dish is just bursting with flavor. It is no wonder that this little shop has such a loyal following of regulars.
If you are looking for a good briyani in Yangon, then you absolutely must check out Aung Tha Pyay. You will not be disappointed.