Shan Malay Chicken Biryani mix helps you recreate the authentic traditional taste of Chicken Biryani which is a true legacy of the sub-continental cuisine Shan Special Chicken Biryani Mix is a flavourful masala that gives you biryani in minutes at home. Made from a select variety of spices to make your Biryani time more delicious and tastier. Buy Now!!

Also called Kala Jeera this is a more rare form of cumin. Black Cumin is more subtle than brown cumin, the seeds are sweeter, smaller and have a more delicate taste. The first flavour is small, then it grows to a smokey black flavour like lapsang suchong. The after taste is slightly bitter with nuances of citrus and aniseed. Black Cumin is used in many Indian curries and tandooris. To bring out the nutty flavour, the seeds are best toasted slightly before use. Bunium persicum or black cumin is a plant in the family Apiaceae. It is used as a common culinary spice in Northern India, Tajikistan and Iran but outside these areas use is rare. There is a common confusion between Bunium persicum and Nigella Sativa which is also commonly called Kala Jeera and used predominantly in Bengali cookery. You can buy Nigella Sativa or Kalwonji here. Black Cumin was discovered in Tutankhamen's tomb, implying that it played an important role in ancient Egyptian practices. Black Cumin's role in Egyptian culture is not fully understood, but it is known that items entombed that items placed in a kings tomb were selected as important for use in the afterlife. The earliest known reference to black cumin is in the Book of Isiah in the Old Testament where Isiah compares the differences between reaping wheat and black cumin. When ingested, black cumin seeds and extracts can be used for a number of conditions. They have been used for centuries to treat digestive problems including stomach pain and flatulence. Black cumin seeds also have a long history in the natural treatment of asthma and other respiratory conditions. Compounds from the seeds appear to have antimicrobial properties, and are sometimes used to treat urinary tract infections. Oil from black cumin seeds can be used topically to treat dry skin, eczema and other skin issues. In addition, black cumin seeds are sometimes used in beauty regimens to strengthen hair and nails, as well as making them more glossy. A beneficial tea can be made by infusing the seeds with boiling hot water.

Stronger than whole seeds and its flavour is strengthened by toasting. It can be used in meat, rice and vegetable dishes.

An authentic blend of exotic spices used by generations since the days of the Raj. Excellent for adding flavour to sauces, soups and rice. Available in 100g bag.

Rajah Barbeque Spice Seasoning blend of salt, herbs and spices specially formulated to add a delicious BBQ flavour.

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Cumin has a very strong, earthy aroma and taste. It is used whole or ground. It is always roasted before grinding to obtain the best flavour. Try adding lightly crushed seeds to roast vegetables or potatoes.

MDH - Butter Chicken Masala mix - 100gEasy and simple steps to make butter chicken. The packet includes instructions for butter chicken. A blend of authentic spices to create a delicious meal. MDH is a famous and reputable brand so you can always trust the quality

Shop from a wide collection of Briyani Masala & Spices from Premium Brands like MDH, Rajah, Natco, Shan, and many more from JustHaat Indian Grocery store in the UK.

A convenient alternative to seeds. Can be added to soups. Keeps well, replace every 12 months or so. Available in 100g bag.

Nigella seeds or Kalwonji are small black seeds with a mild and peppery flavour. Used in curry mixes and sprinkled on Indian breads. Often sprinkled on potatoes and buttered vegetable dishes. The seeds of "Love-in-a-mist" give a peppery warmth when sprinkled onto naan breads. The oil from Nigella seeds is deeply prized by Muslims for its beneficial health properties.

An authentic blend of exotic spices used by generations since the days of the Raj. Excellent for adding flavour to sauces, soups and rice.

Ground Ginger is used extensively in Indian and Oriental cuisines. A convenient alternative to fresh ginger and an essential ingredient for preparing pastes and marinades. Fresh ginger is essential to Asian and oriental cookery. It is used in pickles, chutneys and curry pastes and the ground dried root is a constituent of many curry powders. Tender young ginger can be sliced and eaten as a salad. Sometimes the roots will produce green sprouts which can be finely chopped and added to a green salad. In the West, dried ginger is mainly used in cakes and biscuits, especially ginger snaps and gingerbread. Ginger is also used in puddings, jams, preserves and in some drinks like ginger beer, ginger wine and tea. Pickled ginger is a delicious accompaniment to satays and a colourful garnish to many Chinese dishes. Preserved ginger is eaten as a confection, chopped up for cakes and puddings, and is sometimes used as an ice cream ingredient.

Heera Onion powder is dehydrated, ground onion that is commonly used as a seasoning. It is a common ingredient in seasoned salt and spice mixes, such as beau monde seasoning. Onion powder is a commercially prepared food product that has several culinary uses.

A tropical herb of the ginger family. A colourful, mildly aromatic and versatile spice used in most Indian dishes. Use sparingly. Turmeric keeps for only a few months so replace regularly. Available in 100g bag.

Also called Carom or Lovage seeds, they have a flavor similar to thyme but much stronger. Used in Indian bread, Gram flour snacks and also go well with fish. They are also a common ingredient in balti cooking and in bhajis and pakoras.

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Fudco Whole Jeera, is the best alternative for the fresh cumin. Its added to almost all the Indian dishes along with the other dried spices. It adds flavour and aroma to the food and also acts as a thickener.

This easy to prepare shan nihari curry mix is great for spicy hot beef shank curry. Simply follow the recipe provided on the back of the box for a delicious meal that your whole family will enjoy garnish with finely chopped green chillies, ginger and lime juice. Serve hot with naans.