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10-Minute Homemade Biryani Masala

Making your own biryani masala powder adds authentic flavor and aromas to your biryani. This versatile spice blend is ready in just 10 minutes.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Cooling Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: cups
Calories: 318 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: Indian

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

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  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.

Nutrition Information

Calories 318kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 55g (18%) Protein 11g (22%) Fat 16g (25%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 8g Trans Fat 0.02g Sodium 62mg (3%) Potassium 1150mg (33%) Fiber 30g (120%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 350IU (7%) Vitamin C 15mg (17%) Calcium 645mg (65%) Iron 21mg (117%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1cups

Amount Per Serving

Calories 318

% Daily Value*

Calories 318kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 55g 18%
Protein 11g 22%
Fat 16g 25%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 8g 40%
Trans Fat 0.02g 1%
Sodium 62mg 3%
Potassium 1150mg 24%
Fiber 30g 120%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 350IU 7%
Vitamin C 15mg 17%
Calcium 645mg 65%
Iron 21mg 117%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.