Description

Spice Zen’s Biryani Spice Blend brings the magic of India’s most festive dish to everyday kitchens. Crafted from 17 certified-organic spices, each individually hand-roasted and stone-milled in-house. It releases deep, layered aromas of cumin, cardamom, clove, nutmeg, and saffron-like warmth that perfume rice, vegetables, or meats with a golden glow.

Rooted in North Indian tradition, this mild, family-friendly blend makes authentic biryani easy in any kitchen. Use it in a classic dum-style biryani, a quick rice-cooker version, or a slow-cooked casserole.

Beyond rice, it’s a beautiful all-round seasoning.

Flavour & Aroma Profile

Earthy and aromatic with smoky-sweet depth
Mildly spiced and warmly fragrant with cardamom and clove
Golden finish reminiscent of saffron and roasted rice

How to Use

1 tbsp per 1 cup uncooked basmati rice.
1 tbsp per 500 g meat or vegetables for marinades with oil or yoghurt (plant-based works too).
Add a pinch of Spice Zen Garam Masala after cooking for layered aroma.
Sprinkle ½ tsp into soups, lentils, or sautéed grains for quick Indian flair.

Perfect For

Home cooks who love aromatic rice dishes with depth and balance
Family-friendly meals, traditional and modern biryani styles, from dum cooking to one-pot meals
Vegetable, chicken, lamb or plant-based cooking with gentle Indian fragrance

Wellness Note

A comforting mix of warming spices like cumin, coriander, and cardamom, it is traditionally cherished for supporting digestion and balance. This blend nourishes body and spirit through gentle vitality.

Presentation & Storage

Hand-roasted, freshly stone-milled, and packed in amber glass jars to preserve aroma and freshness.
Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight.

Ingredients & Nutritional Information

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, Cloves.

Recipe Inspirations & Pairings

A union of heritage and convenience, crafted for both classic and contemporary kitchens.

Cooking Inspirations

Use 1½ tbsp spice blend for 1 cup rice and 500 g chicken or lamb, dividing between marinade and masala base
Marinate with yoghurt or coconut milk for tender, flavourful results
Stir 1 tsp into soups or lentil dishes for instant Indian depth
Sprinkle lightly over roasted vegetables, chickpeas or baked casseroles for warm, earthy notes
Mix with oil as a base for quick curries or biryani-style rice bowls.

Signature Recipes

1. Dum Biryani

Ingredients (Serves 4)

1 cup basmati rice, rinsed and soaked 30 minutes
500 g chicken or lamb pieces
1½ tbsp Spice Zen Biryani Spice Blend, divided
½ cup plain yoghurt or ½ cup thick coconut milk
2 tbsp Spice Zen Organic Cold-Pressed Mustard Oil or Sunflower Oil
1 onion, thinly sliced and fried until golden
1 tomato, finely chopped or puréed
1 tsp ginger paste
1 tsp garlic paste
2 tbsp saffron milk or warm water with saffron
½ cup water
Salt, to taste
Fresh mint and coriander, to garnish

Method

Combine ½ tbsp spice blend with yoghurt or coconut milk and 1 tbsp oil. Add meat, coat well and marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Heat remaining oil in a heavy pot. Add fried onion, ginger, garlic and tomato with 1 tbsp spice blend. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until aromatic.
Add marinated meat and salt. Stir well, add water, cover and cook gently until just tender.
Boil rice separately in 4 cups water with salt for 6 to 7 minutes until around 70 percent cooked. Drain well.
Layer half the rice over the meat, drizzle with saffron milk and herbs, then top with remaining rice.
Seal tightly and cook on very low heat for 15 to 20 minutes. Rest 5 minutes before fluffing gently.

Chef’s Tip: Place the pot on a flat griddle to diffuse heat for a true dum finish. Coconut milk keeps the dish dairy-free yet richly rounded.

2. One-Pot Biryani

Ingredients (Serves 4)

1 cup basmati rice, rinsed and soaked
500 g chicken, paneer or mixed vegetables
1½ tbsp Spice Zen Biryani Spice Blend, divided
2 tbsp Spice Zen Organic Cold-Pressed Sunflower Oil
1 onion, sliced
1 tomato, chopped
½ cup yoghurt or coconut cream
2 cups water or vegetable stock
Salt, to taste
Optional saffron soaked in 2 tbsp warm water

Method

Heat oil in a rice cooker insert or heavy pan. Add onion and cook until lightly golden.
Add tomato and 1 tbsp spice blend. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until fragrant.
Add protein or vegetables, remaining spice blend, yoghurt or coconut cream and salt. Stir to coat evenly.
Add rice, water or stock and saffron liquid if using.
Cook using a rice cooker cycle, slow cooker on high for 1 hour or low for 2½ hours, or stovetop covered on low for 15 to 18 minutes.
Rest 5 minutes, then fluff gently before serving.

Chef’s Tip: This method delivers full biryani flavour with minimal effort. Vegetable stock and coconut cream make it naturally vegan.

Pair It With Spice Zen Cold-Pressed Oils

Mustard Oil for deep warmth and traditional biryani character
Sunflower Oil for clean flavour in modern or plant-based versions
Almond Oil for a light, nutty finish over cooked rice

Pair It With Spice Zen Teas

Turmeric Tea to gently balance warmth after spiced meals
Aussie Summer Dream Tea for a bright, floral contrast to rich biryani dishes

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Biryani Spice Blend

Golden, aromatic and deeply layered, this handcrafted biryani spice blend brings the celebratory warmth of North Indian kitchens into modern home cooking.

Onion or Garlic|Nut Free|No Added Salt or Sugar

$10.00

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Size: 35 gm

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