Hyderabadi Farm Party Cooking Essentials for 30 Guests

Hosting a farm party near Hyderabad? Whether you’re planning a biryani feast, grilled
kebabs, or Andhra-style curries, having the right cooking setup is key to serving authentic
flavors. Here’s your complete checklist for a stress-free Hyderabadi-style farm party for 30
people.

�� Must-Have Cooking Equipment
Large-Scale Cooking Gear (Hyderabadi Style)
 2-3 Handis (Clay Pots) – For dum biryani & slow-cooked curries
 10L+ Dekchi (Large Steel Pot) – For boiling rice & curries
 Coal/Portable Gas Stove – Essential for dum cooking
 Tawa (Large Griddle) – For rotis, parathas, and kebabs
 Kadai (Wok) – For frying snacks like Chicken 65 or Mirchi Bajji
 Grill/Sigri – For Hyderabadi boti kebabs & tandoori dishes
Prep & Serving Essentials
 3-4 Large Cutting Boards – Separate ones for meat & veggies
 Heavy-Duty Knives & Sil Batta (Stone Grinder) – For fresh masalas
 Big Steel Thaalis (Plates) – For marination & serving
 Wooden Spoons & Ladles – For stirring curries & biryani
 Sealing Dough (Atta) – For dum cooking biryani

�� Hyderabadi-Style Ingredients Checklist
Spices & Dry Goods
 Biryani Masala (5-6 packets)
 Red Chili Powder, Turmeric, Coriander Powder (1kg each)
 Saffron & Kewra Water – For biryani fragrance
 Whole Garam Masala (Cardamom, Cloves, Cinnamon, Bay Leaf)
 Fried Onions (Birista) – 2-3 cups for biryani & garnish
Fresh Ingredients (Buy 1-2 Days Before)
 10kg Chicken/Mutton – Bone-in for biryani & curries
 5kg Basmati Rice – For biryani & pulao
 5kg Onions, Tomatoes, Green Chilies – Base for curries
 Fresh Coriander, Mint, Curry Leaves – For biryani & chutneys

 2kg Yogurt (Dahi) – For marination & raita
 1kg Lemon & Ginger-Garlic Paste – For marinades

��‍�� Hyderabadi Farm Party Menu Ideas
Main Dishes
 Hyderabadi Dum Biryani (Chicken/Mutton)
 Andhra Chicken Curry (Spicy & Tangy)
 Bagara Baingan (Stuffed Brinjal Curry)
 Haleem (If in Ramadan season)
Appetizers & Sides
 Chicken 65 (Spicy Fried Chicken)
 Mirchi Bajji (Stuffed Chili Fritters)
 Double Ka Meetha (Bread Pudding Dessert)
 Onion Raita & Mirchi Ka Salan

�� Pro Tips for a Smooth Farm Party
✔ Prep in Advance – Marinate meats overnight, chop veggies, and grind masalas a day
before.
✔ Use Coal for Authentic Flavor – Dum biryani tastes best on coal/slow fire.
✔ Keep Chutneys & Salads Ready – Mint chutney, onion salad, and lemon wedges are
must-haves.
✔ Hire Local Help – If possible, get a cook for biryani & kebabs to manage bulk cooking.
✔ Serve in Traditional Style – Use steel plates & clay pots for a rustic Hyderabadi vibe.