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A bowl of biryani with a lamb shank on top, served on a white wooden table with two bowls of sauce and a plate of black sesame seeds. The biryani has orange and yellow rice with meat and vegetables, and a mint leaf on top. The lamb shank is brown and cooked.

Homemade Biryani Spice Blend

Embark on a flavor-filled journey with homemade biryani spice blend. Unleash the authentic taste of India in your kitchen!
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: Homemade spice blend
Servings: 1 ¼ cup jar
Author: House Hunk

Instructions

  • In a dry skillet, toast the cumin seeds, coriander seeds, fennel seeds, and black peppercorns over medium heat until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
  • Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the toasted spices to a spice grinder or mortar and pestle. Grind the spices until they are finely ground.
  • In the same skillet, toast the cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, cloves, and dried bay leaves over medium heat until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
  • Remove the skillet from the heat and add the ground spices, ground turmeric, and ground nutmeg to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
  • Transfer the mixture to an airtight container, such as a small jar, and store in a cool, dry place until ready to use.
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