Malabar Dum Biriyani Masala – History, Authentic Kerala Recipe & Cooking Guide

 Malabar Dum Biriyani Masala: A Taste of History, Tradition & Authentic Flavour

Biriyani is not just a dish—it is a legacy passed down through centuries of culture, travel, and tradition. Among the many regional variations, Malabar Dum Biriyani stands out for its gentle spice balance, rich aroma, and slow-cooked perfection.

With Grain n Grace Malabar Dum Biriyani Masala, you can bring this historic and flavourful dish straight into your kitchen, with the taste Kerala is famous for.

The History of Dum Biriyani

The word “Dum” originates from an ancient Persian cooking technique. Persian cooks developed a method where food was slow-cooked in a sealed pot, allowing ingredients to cook in their own steam and natural juices. This technique preserved flavours, tenderness, and aroma, resulting in rich, deeply infused dishes.

This dum-style cooking was later introduced to India by the Mughals, who brought with them a refined culinary tradition that included pilaf, kebabs, aromatic rice dishes, and biriyani.

The Arab Influence Behind Malabar Biriyani

The story of Malabar Biriyani is closely tied to the history of the Malabar Coast of Kerala. Arab traders who visited the region for spice trade settled here and blended their culinary traditions with local flavours, creating a biriyani that is mild, aromatic, and rich in taste.

 Recreate Authentic Malabar Dum Biriyani at Home

 

Ingredients Needed:

• Grain n Grace Malabar Dum Biriyani Masala (100g)
• Kaima rice
• Chicken
• Onions, ginger, garlic, green chilli, tomato
• Ghee and cooking oil
• Coriander leaves
• Mint leaves
• Curd
• Lemon
• Cashew nuts and raisins

Simple Dum Biriyani Method (Short Version):

1️⃣ Marinate chicken with curd, lemon juice, salt, and Grain n Grace Malabar Dum Biriyani Masala.

2️⃣ Cook rice with salt until 80% done. Drain and keep aside.

3️⃣ Heat ghee, fry cashews, raisins, and sliced onions; remove and keep aside. In the same ghee, sauté onions, ginger-garlic-green chilli paste, and tomato. Add masala and cook briefly.

4️⃣ Add marinated chicken, coriander, mint, and water. Cook until chicken is tender.

5️⃣ Layer partially cooked rice over the chicken. Sprinkle a little masala, add fried onions, nuts, and ghee.

6️⃣ Cover tightly and cook on low flame (dum) for 30–40 minutes.

7️⃣ Gently fluff and serve hot.

⭐ Tips for Perfect Dum Biriyani

• Use Kaima rice for authentic Malabar flavour
• Always cook dum on low flame
• Use ghee generously for aroma
• Do not over-mix after dum

 

❓ FAQs – Malabar Dum Biriyani Masala

Do we need to add any other masala to this dish?
You do not need to add any extra biriyani masala or garam masala while cooking.

Is Malabar biriyani very spicy?
No, it has a mild and aromatic spice profile.

Can beginners cook biriyani using this masala?
Yes, it delivers consistent results even for first-time cooks.

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