Grains
How many calories in Biryani?
A flavorful rice dish with aromatic spices and vegetables or meat.
Per 100 g
250 kcal
1 cup
500 kcal
(200 g)
| Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|
| 12 g / 100g | 38 g / 100g | 6 g / 100g |
In numbers
Where the calories come from
Protein 19% · Carbs 60% · Fat 21%
Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.
- 1 cup (200 g, 500 kcal) is 25% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
- Burning 1 cup takes about 122 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).
Compared with similar foods
Biryani is number 6 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 137 kcal per 100 g.
| Food | kcal / 100 g | Protein / 100 g |
|---|---|---|
| Nutty Barley Salad | 120 | 4 g |
| Turmeric Rice Salad | 130 | 3 g |
| Wild Rice Pilaf with Cranberries | 140 | 4 g |
| Apple Cinnamon Quinoa | 143 | 4.1 g |
| Bulgur and Roasted Veggie Bowl | 150 | 5 g |
| Biryani | 250 | 12 g |
Nutrition data updated June 13, 2026.
Health score
6/10
Weight loss suitability
Can be made healthier with more vegetables.
Frequently asked questions
- Is biryani always spicy?
- Not necessarily, spice levels can be adjusted to taste.
- Can I make it vegetarian?
- Yes! Substitute meat with vegetables or legumes.
- How long does it take to cook?
- Typically about 30 minutes for a quick version.
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