Pulav Biryani Masala

various masala or spice blends are used in indian cuisine. biryani masala powder is one of them. this masala recipe serves dual purpose, as you can add it to both biryani and pulao recipes. the difference it makes to both the biryani and pulao can be felt by the aroma and taste.

It's a blend of whole spices lightly roasted and powdered. Used specifically for biryani's, the masala powder adds not only flavour but the faint aroma that's required in a perfect biryani.

The important thing is to get the balance of spices right- each spice which includes aromatic spices like cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, fennel seeds, staranise etc.

The basic use is to flavour succulent veg and non veg biryanis. Combine with lemon juice, salt, pepper and olive oil and use as a marinade for meats, cottage cheese etc.