Everest Shahi Biryani Masala

About This Shahi Biryani Masala

Everest Shahi Biryani Masala is crafted specifically around the rare, exotic spices that give a truly great biryani its royal character — the floral warmth of cardamom and mace, the deep earthy base of cassia and caraway, and the sophisticated finishing depth of nutmeg and clove. Balancing these spices independently in the right proportions is the precise challenge that separates a fragrant, restaurant-quality biryani from one that tastes flat or bitter despite quality ingredients.

This blend eliminates that challenge entirely — delivering the same multi-layered aroma as traditional hand-ground masalas without the time-consuming roasting and grinding. Works equally for mutton biryani, chicken biryani, and vegetable dum biryani where a consistently royal aromatic profile is the defining quality of the finished dish.

Blend Composition

Features black pepper, cassia, cardamom, clove, caraway, mace, and nutmeg — a concentrated combination of warming whole spice extracts where each ingredient contributes a specific aromatic layer. Cardamom and mace provide the floral top notes. Cassia and caraway build the deep earthy base. Clove and black pepper add warmth and sharpness. Nutmeg delivers the subtle sophistication that defines the shahi character.

Why Choose Everest Shahi Biryani Masala

• Regal Aromatic Profile: Mace, cardamom, and caraway deliver the intoxicating multi-layered fragrance of authentic shahi biryani
• Expertly Balanced: Floral, earthy, and warm notes in precise harmony — no single spice dominates or turns bitter
• Authentic Hand-Ground Taste: Same depth and pungency as traditional roasted and ground masalas — without the effort
• Versatile: Works for mutton, chicken, and vegetable dum biryani preparations equally
• Dum-Cooking Ready: Designed to release maximum flavour during the slow steaming process
• No Guesswork: Eliminates the challenge of balancing rare exotic spices at home
• Trusted Everest Quality: Consistent professional-grade biryani results every time

How to Use Everest Shahi Biryani Masala

In the Marinade & Base

Add 1 to 2 teaspoons of Everest Shahi Biryani Masala directly into your meat or vegetable marinade alongside yoghurt, fried onions, ginger-garlic paste, and oil — allowing the spices to penetrate the protein or vegetables fully during the marinating period. When building the biryani base, add the masala to the cooking fat with the onions and tomatoes to bloom the spices before layering with the parboiled rice. This two-stage addition — in the marinade and in the base — builds the deepest, most integrated flavour result.

During the Dum Process

Sprinkle a small additional quantity of Everest Shahi Biryani Masala between the layers of rice and meat or vegetables just before sealing the pot for dum cooking. The slow steam during the dum process draws the aromatic volatile oils from the spice blend through every grain of rice, producing the intoxicating whole-pot fragrance that is the hallmark of a truly great biryani. Finish with fried onions, fresh mint, saffron milk, and ghee between the layers for the complete shahi experience.

Product Specifications

Storage Instructions

• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Transfer to an airtight container immediately after opening to lock in volatile essential oils
• Keep tightly sealed after every use — the exotic aromatics in this blend are highly sensitive to air exposure
• Consume within the period recommended on the packaging for best fragrance and flavour