Biryani Spice Blend

An authentic Biryani masala (spice mix) derived from traditional north Indian recipes, this exotic spice blend contains 17 organic spices in perfect ratio, individually hand-roasted and stoneground in-house.

Biryani is a layered Indian rice dish (also sometimes called Pilaf or Pilau), made with long grain or basmati rice, cooked until fragrant and fluffy and liberally seasoned with spices to give its distinctive bright yellow-orange hue. Studded with a colourful jumble of vegetables, chicken or goats meat (or lamb), biryani is a festive dish with a beguiling aroma.

This blend can be used to make an expertly balanced, flavoursome and fragrant Biryani at home. We seal this spice blend in an amber glass jar immediately after grinding to seal its freshness and preserve its rich flavour profile.

Our Biryani Spice Blend is based on mildly chilli, north Indian variation of this dish, making for a family-friendly biryani with a delightfully earthy and smoky flavour. This version is distinct from the chilli-heavy Hyderabadi biryani. You can still use our Biryani Blend as a base for Hyderabadi Biryani – add chilli powder and garnish with sultanas for an authentic Hyderabadi interpretation.

Use I tablespoon of our spice blend for 1 cup of uncooked rice and add a few pinches of ‘Garam Masala’, once cooked. For non-vegetarian biryani (for example, with beef or chicken or lamb) marinade the meat in masala first for more flavour in every mouthful.

This blend also makes a great seasoning or marinade when cooking curried vegetables or roasted chicken.

Organic Ingredients: Coriander seed, Cumin seed, Black Pepper, Caraway seed, Turmeric Powder, Cardamom, Fennel seed, Sweet Paprika, Nutmeg, Ginger, Mace, Red Chilli, Star Anise, Bay Leaf, Cinnamon and Cloves.

No added preservatives, flavourings, dairy, flour, gluten, nuts, salt, sugar, onion, garlic