Shan Chicken Biryani Masala 120g

Shan Malay Chicken Biryani Masala

Create authentic, aromatic Malay-style Chicken Biryani with Shan’s expertly blended spice mix. This masala brings together a unique combination of paprika, chilli, whole spices, saffron flavour, and fragrant herbs to deliver a rich, flavourful, restaurant-style biryani at home.

Perfect for family meals, gatherings, or festive cooking—just add chicken, rice, and a few basic ingredients.

📄 Ingredients

Paprika, Salt, Red chilli, Nigella, Star aniseed, Cumin, Cinnamon, Black pepper, Large cardamom, Clove, Turmeric, Garlic, Maltodextrin, Acidity regulator (Citric acid), Cane sugar, Canola oil, Natural & Artificial food flavour (Saffron and Thatch screw pine), Anticaking agent (Silicon dioxide).

⚠️ Allergy Advice

May contain traces of sulphite, sesame, mustard, wheat, barley, soy, and tree nuts.

🍽️ How to Use (Cooking Instructions)

Ingredients Needed

• 1 packet Shan Malay Chicken Biryani Masala

• 1 kg chicken (cut into pieces)

• 3 cups basmati rice

• 2–3 onions (fried or sliced)

• 2–3 tomatoes (chopped)

• 1 cup yogurt

• ½ cup oil or ghee

• Fresh coriander & mint (optional)

• 6–8 cups water

Cooking Method

1. Prepare the Rice:
   Wash and soak basmati rice for 20–30 minutes.

2. Cook the Chicken:
   Heat oil/ghee in a pot. Add onions and sauté until golden.
   Add chicken and cook until slightly browned.
   Add tomatoes, yogurt, and Shan Malay Chicken Biryani Masala.
   Cook on medium heat until chicken is tender and oil separates.

3. Boil the Rice:
   In another pot, boil water with a little salt.
   Add soaked rice and cook until 70–80% done. Drain.

4. Layering:
   In a large pot, layer cooked chicken gravy at the bottom.
   Add a layer of semi-cooked rice on top.
   Sprinkle fresh mint, coriander, or fried onions if desired.
   Optional: drizzle saffron milk or kewra water for enhanced aroma.

5. Steaming (Dum):
   Cover tightly and cook on low heat for 15–20 minutes.

6. Serve Hot:
   Gently mix the layers before serving.
   Enjoy with salad, raita, or pickles.