Aged basmati layered with marinated chicken and whole spices, sealed and slow-cooked dum style. Served fresh at Desi Swag East Indian Cuisine on St. Mary's Road in St. Vital, and available for dine-in, takeout and delivery across south Winnipeg.
Biryani is a test of patience, not shortcuts. At Desi Swag East Indian Cuisine we layer aged basmati over chicken that has been marinated in yogurt, saffron and whole spices, seal the pot, and let it steam in its own aroma until every grain separates cleanly and takes on colour from the meat below.
What reaches your table is a rice dish with range — sweet fried onion, bright mint, warm cardamom and clove, and chicken that pulls apart against the fork. It is served with cooling raita, and it remains the top-selling rice dish for both our dine-in guests and our south Winnipeg delivery orders.
Regular Guest
"Loved the ambience and the buffet. So many options and everything tasted fresh. Perfect place to bring family and friends."
Winnipeg Local
"Portions are generous and prices are reasonable. The naan was soft and the curries had just the right spice level. Highly recommend Desi Swag."
Frequent Diner
"Their chicken dishes are outstanding—tandoori chicken and butter chicken were both excellent. Service was quick, even though it was busy."
Yes. It arrives with raita and needs nothing else, though many guests add a curry such as Butter Chicken to share when dining as a group.
Medium. The heat sits behind the aromatics rather than in front of them. We can prepare it milder or hotter on request.
We do. Biryani is one of our most requested catering trays for birthdays, office lunches and celebrations throughout St. Vital and south Winnipeg. Call us at +1 (204) 963-7502 to plan your order.
1220 St Mary's Rd unit a, Winnipeg, MB R2M 3V6, Canada