Popular Uses for Biryani Masala

Rice & Biryani

• Chicken Biryani: Layer seasoned chicken with basmati rice and Biryani Masala for a fragrant, deeply flavoured meal with warm Indian spices.

• Beef Biryani: Use with tender beef, onions, tomatoes, and basmati rice to create a hearty biryani with rich, aromatic flavour.

• Vegetable Biryani: Combine basmati rice with cauliflower, carrots, peas, potatoes, or other vegetables for a colourful and satisfying meatless biryani.

Chicken & Poultry

• Spiced Chicken: Rub onto chicken breasts, thighs, or drumsticks before roasting or grilling for an aromatic Indian-inspired seasoning.

• Chicken Skewers: Combine with yogurt and a little oil to season chicken before threading onto skewers and grilling.

• Roasted Chicken: Season a whole chicken with Biryani Masala before roasting for warm spice flavour that pairs beautifully with rice and vegetables.

Beef & Lamb

• Lamb Dishes: Use to season lamb chops, ground lamb, or slow-cooked lamb where the aromatic spices complement the meat’s rich flavour.

• Beef Dishes: Add to beef curries, braised beef, or ground beef dishes for an easy way to introduce Indian-inspired flavour.

• Kebabs: Mix into ground beef or lamb with onion and herbs before forming into kebabs and grilling or roasting.

Vegetables & Plant-Based

• Roasted Vegetables: Toss cauliflower, potatoes, carrots, squash, or other vegetables with oil and Biryani Masala before roasting.

• Chickpeas & Lentils: Stir into chickpea or lentil dishes for extra aromatic flavour and warming spice.

• Tofu: Combine with oil or yogurt-style marinade and use to season tofu before roasting, grilling, or pan-frying.

Rice & Grains

• Seasoned Basmati Rice: Add a small amount while cooking basmati rice for an easy aromatic side dish even when you’re not making a complete biryani.

• Rice Pilaf: Season rice pilaf with Biryani Masala and add onions, vegetables, raisins, or nuts for a flavourful accompaniment to meat or vegetable dishes.

• Rice Bowls: Build bowls with seasoned rice, roasted vegetables, chicken, chickpeas, or lentils and finish with yogurt or fresh herbs.

Curries & One-Pot Meals

• Chicken Curry: Add to chicken curry for additional layers of warm, aromatic spice.

• Vegetable Curry: Use with coconut milk, tomatoes, or broth to flavour curries featuring potatoes, cauliflower, chickpeas, or other vegetables.

• One-Pot Rice Meals: Combine rice, vegetables, protein, and Biryani Masala in one-pot dishes for an easy way to bring everything together.

Creative Uses

• Yogurt Marinade: Blend with yogurt, lemon juice, and oil for an aromatic marinade for chicken, lamb, vegetables, or tofu.

• Spiced Potatoes: Toss potatoes with oil and Biryani Masala before roasting for a flavourful alternative to traditional roasted potatoes.

• Everyday Indian-Inspired Cooking: Use small amounts to season rice, meats, vegetables, lentils, chickpeas, marinades, and sauces whenever you want warm Indian-inspired flavour.

Ingredients: Coriander powder, cumin powder, chili powder, turmeric, black peppercorn, green cardamom, ginger powder, cloves