Biryani Masala

A national favourite, biryani is an aromatic dish of meat, rice, herbs and spices and was invented in the royal kitchens of the Mughal Empire. The dish is considered a delicacy and has many variations, some also have vegetables added, depending on the region. Though the basic recipe is the same, the main difference lies in the masalas or spice blend. 

Readymade Biryani Masala

Biryani masala powder is a blend of aromatic spices that is either grounded to fine powder or used as whole to give aroma and flavour to the dish. These days ready-made spice powders are available by different brands like National Masala and Shan Masala. They are a quick and easy alternative to homemade time taking grounded spice mix and can come in handy every time you quickly need a spice mix ready for cooking. Their prices vary depending on the size and quantity of the product but they are an affordable way to add zest to your biryani. 

Shan Biryani Masala

Shan Foods is one of the largest Pakistani packed food producers operating in Pakistan since 1981. Their ready-made masalas are known in multiple parts of the world; exporting their goods to over 60 countries. The convenience of a premade spice mix for different dishes has helped many people save time over the years. Their collection covers nearly all the various Pakistani food options. A lot of households use Shan biryani masalas, but some prefer more organic home prepped masala mixes. Another reason why Shan masala mixes have done well is due to the fact they are very nominally priced. Shan includes a complete range of biryani masalas for making:

1. Simple Biryani

2. Bombay Biryani

3. Pulao Biryani

4. Memoni Mutton Biryani

5. Sindhi Biryani 

6. Fish Biryani

National Biryani Masala

Owned by National Foods, National recipe masalas come in large-sized jars and the basic masalas are packed in small boxes (cartons) or pouches. The brand has been operating in Pakistan since 1970 and is amongst the most widely used masalas in the country. Biryani masalas by National Foods come in 25g sachets and 50g boxes or double packs. The range includes masalas for:

1. Chicken Biryani

2. Bombay Biryani

3. Masalayedar Bombay Biryani

4. Chatpati Achari Biryani

5. Sindhi Biryani

6. Mutton Biryani

Comments

Despite the easy availability and nominal prices of the ready-made biryani masalas, many food connoisseurs prefer to prepare these masalas at home. Even if you plan on preparing at home, adding a dash of ready-made powdered masala to the homemade mix will take the flavour and aroma of your biryani to next level.