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Biryani Masala Recipe

Quick and easy homemade spice blend for authentic and flavor-packed
biryani

Prep Time Cooling Time Total Time

5 mins 5 mins 10 mins

Course: Cooking101, Spice Blend Cuisine: Indian Servings: 0.5 cups

Calories: 318kcal Author: Archana Mundhe

5 from 2 votes
Equipment
spice grinder

Ingredients
3 tablespoons coriander seeds
1 tablespoon cumin seeds
2 teaspoons fennel seeds
2 teaspoons black pepper
1 tablespoon Mace (Javitri) or 2 whole pieces
2 teaspoons cloves
1 teaspoon green cardamom pods
2 to 3 black cardamom (Badi Velchi)
2 to 3 star anise (Baadyan)
2 to 3 bay leaves (Tamal Patra)
3 inch cinnamon sticks (Dalchini)
½ teaspoon nutmeg powder

Instructions
1. Add all the spices to a fry pan. Dry roast the spices on medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes or until
the spices are hot to touch.
2. Turn the heat off and spread the spices in a tray and allow them to completely cool down.
3. Add roasted spices to the grinder jar and make a fine powder. Note: Makes about half a cup of
Biryani Masala.
4. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dark place to maintain its freshness.

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