THIS is The Best Biryani Kit Brand in India

Biryani is LOVED.

Biryani is DELISH.

Biryani is easy to order, but HARD to make at home.

But thanks to the many biryani kits, preparing it at home isn’t as tedious as it used to be.

We tested some of India’s most popular biryani kit brands to see which one delivers the best biryani experience. After intense two-day testing, we chose the Paradise Biryani Kit as our Top Pick. Here’s why!

Best Biryani Kit Brands in India- Quick Glance

The 4 contenders for our best Biryani Kit brands in India:

Review Factors 

What are we expecting? We are hunting for biryani kits that offer ease of preparation, an authentic flavor profile and good quality of rice without spending too much time in the kitchen. 

To find out the Best Biryani Kit Brands in India, our review parameters are set as follows: 

1. Flavor 

This is arguably the most critical parameter when evaluating biryani kits. We are evaluating the following here: 

• Whole Spices: A well-prepared Hyderabadi biryani should have a rich and aromatic flavor profile, primarily derived from the use of whole spices. We are looking at how prominent these flavors are. 
• The Biryani Paste: These kits come with pre-made biryani paste/powder designed to simplify the cooking process. Is it rich and aromatic? Does it deliver a balanced taste that mimics traditional biryani?
• Overall rice-paste/masala ratio. Bites shouldn’t feel empty or plain.

2. Quality of Rice

The ideal biryani rice should meet these key criteria: 

• It must be fluffy, with the grains staying separate rather than clumping together. 
• The rice should absorb the aromatic flavors of the spices. 
• Length of the grain
• Aroma of basmati

3. Overall Experience 

Ease of Preparation 

• Ease of preparation refers to how easy it is to cook the biryani using the kit. The packaging should provide clear and easy-to-follow instructions, including cooking times and other details. There shouldn’t be too many ingredients needed from home, as that nullifies the point of a kit. 

Curation of the Kit 

• The kit should include all the necessary components – biryani paste, rice, whole spices and raita seasoning. The more detailed, the better. 

Value For Money 

• It should offer a competitive price without compromising on the quality. 

Selection Criteria For Biryani Kits 

How did we select the contenders for our Biryani Kits Brands in India? 

1. In our quest to find the best biryani kits, we prioritized those Biryani Kits that are readily available on most e-commerce platforms and those that have a significant popularity among consumers.

2. All the biryani kits we selected are labeled as “Hyderabadi Biryani.” 

3. For our review process, we opted for vegetarian biryani kits. Why, you ask? 

• Our testing coincided with the Navratri week, where a lot of people observe fasting or stick to a vegetarian diet. Since World Biryani Day falls on Navami in 2024, we chose to respect the sentiments of our panel members by avoiding meat-based recipes during this time. 
• Plus, one of the brands only suggested the vegetarian option on their pack. To standardize the evaluation process and not be unfair to a particular brand, we opted to test them for a veggie option.

Review Process 

Each biryani kit comes with its own set of cooking instructions, including specific marination processes and cooking times. 

We prepared these biryanis by following the exact same instructions as given on the pack to ensure a fair and standardized evaluation. 

Best Biryani Kit Brands in India 

In this section, we highlight the specifics of the brands we tested and outline their respective flavor and heat level, along with individual ratings.

1. Paradise Hyderabadi Biryani Kit (Top Pick)

Our Verdict 

The Paradise Biryani Kit truly stands out with its exceptional flavor and aroma, making it Mishry’s Top Pick among the Biryani kits reviewed. 

• The biryani masala, provided in the form of a paste, has a beautiful, fresh, and robust aroma of fried onions and a blend of whole spices. The paste has a deep red color. 
• The long, fragrant, and perfectly textured basmati rice and fresh whole spices were the standout features of this biryani kit. 
• The whole spices included in the kit are equally impressive, not just in their appearance and size, but also in their strong, aromatic presence. 

While the lack of a raita masala may be a minor drawback, it doesn’t significantly impact the overall experience. The kit more than compensates with its rich flavor and ease of preparation, making it the tastiest biryani kit out of the four reviewed. 

Product Details 

A 322 gm pack of Paradise Biryani Kit is priced at Rs. 179. This has 1 year of shelf life and is ideal for serving 1 to 2 people. This pack is sufficient for making 1 kg of Biryani. 

Key Ingredients

• Rice – Basmati rice (62%)
• Biryani paste – Curd, Onions, Sunflower oil, Ginger, Edible common salt, Garlic, Red chilli powder, Green chilli, Green cardamom, Caraway seeds, Cinnamon, Clove, and Mixed spices
• Whole spices – Green cardamom, Cinnamon, Clove, and Bay leaves. 

Cooking Requirements

• Marinate chicken/mutton/veggies with the paste and cook.
• Wash soak and cook rice with spices
• Layered cooked chicken with cooked rice and dum cook
• We need – 300 gm mixed veggies, mint, coriander, water, salt, ghee.
• Even though the pack mentions adding saffron milk, shahi jeera, and cardamom – we didn’t add as we wanted to keep the process standardized.

2. Daawat Biryani Kit – Also Recommended

Our Verdict 

The rice grains were long and fragrant, with a bold aroma dominated by green cardamom. However, the whole spices appeared dull. The biryani rice is long grain and well separated. 

The Daawat Biryani Kit delivers well on its promise and offers a well-balanced flavor profile. Impressively, despite being a packaged product, there were no artificial or industrial flavors.

Product Details 

Priced at Rs. 179, this 334 gm pack of Daawat Biryani Kit has a shelf life of 1 year. 

Key Ingredients

• Biryani Paste : Water, curd, edible vegetable oil (sunflower), onion (fresh and dehydrated), tomato, edible common salt, green chilli, garlic, ginger, coriander leaves, spiced and condiments (cardamom, cumin, fennel, cinnamon, clove, mace, bay leaf, black cardamom (0.04%), nutmeg and black pepper), kewra water, rose water, flavor enhancers (INS 627, INS 631), red chilli powder (0.5%), coriander seed powder (0.4%), turmeric powder, spice extract (paprika), flavors- natural and nature identical, hydrolyzed vegetable protein (soya), and acidity regulator (INS 330). 
• Whole Spices : Cinnamon sticks, green cardamom (0.2%), bay leaf (0.2%), clove (0.1%), and black pepper (0.1%). 
• Burani Raita Seasoning : Spices & Condiments (cumin, chilli, coriander, dried ginger), maltodextrin (corn), natural and nature-identical flavoring substances, edible common salt, cane sugar, dehydrated garlic, dehydrated onion powder, black salt, hydrolyzed vegetable protein (soya), dried mango powder, dehydrated parsley, and anticaking agent (INS 551). 

Cooking Requirements 

• We need – 300 gm of protein/veggies (veg or non-veg), salt, onions (for frying), oil, water, mint, coriander, desi ghee, and curd. 

3. Kohinoor Biryani – Recommended

Our Verdict 

The Kohinoor Biryani Kit delivers a delicious biryani experience. The intensity of whole spices—like cloves, cardamom, and cinnamon—feels slightly muted. On a positive note, the quality of the rice is commendable – the grains are long and cook well. 

The preparation process is straightforward and user-friendly. This makes it a convenient option for those who want a quick and easy biryani meal without much hassle. However, while the kit offers convenience and decent quality, the flavor intensity is lower than our winner.

Product Details 

Kohinoor’s Biryani Kit is priced at Rs. 149 for a net weight of 339 gm. This has 12 months of shelf life. 

Key Ingredients

• Basmati rice – Rice
• Biryani paste – Onion, refined sunflower oil, Curd, Water, Tomatoes, Green chilli, Ginger, Iodised salt, Garlic, Coriander, Garam masala, Coriander powder, Flavor enhancer (INS627, INS 631), Cumin seed, Kewra water, Spices and condiments
• Whole spices – Cinnamon, Green cardamom, Bay leaf, Clove, Black pepper
• Burani raita seasoning – Maltodextrin, spices and condiments (Cumin powder, Chilli powder, Coriander powder, Ginger powder), Sugar, Iodised salt, Black salt, Dehydrated onion powder, Dehydrated garlic powder, Hydrolysed vegetable protein (soya), Dried mango powder, Anticaking agent, Dehydrated parsley, Cumin extract, Flavor enhancer (INS 627, INS 631), and Natural coloring agent (INS 160C (i)).

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4. Mama’s Love 

Our Verdict 

The Mama’s Love Biryani Kit leaves much to be desired regarding taste. The flavor could be better as it lacks the rich and aromatic spices one expects from a good biryani. Despite the rice being of decent length and quality, the overall dish remains insipid. 

Moreover, the biryani kit does not include a garam masala pouch nor does it come with a proper instruction card. The instructions printed on the back are full of errors—misspelled words, missing sentences, and even incorrect steps, which can be frustrating for anyone following along.

Lastly, the cooking method also seems to be cumbersome. Unlike most kits that provide a ready-to-use biryani paste, you are required to mix the biryani masala with curd and cook it with vegetables before proceeding. This not only complicates the process but also detracts from the convenience that one would expect from a pre-packaged meal kit.

Based on our review, this isn’t a biryani kit we would recommend to others. We chose this brand only because it repeatedly appeared during our e-commerce market research. It is also the most expensive of all four.

Product Details 

For Rs. 199, you get a 190 gm pack of Mama’s Love Biryani Kit. This kit has a shelf life of 12 months. 

Key Ingredients

• Dehydrated onion, Edible common salt, garlic, Sunflower oil, Dehydrated ginger, Chilli, Caraway, Cassia bark, Black pepper, Black cardamom, Green cardamom, Turmeric, Star anise, Clove, and Bay leaves. 

Note: The brand did not provide any details about the other ingredients or the individual weight of the separate packs.

Cooking Requirements

The kit only included instructions for vegetable biryani, with no guidance provided for chicken biryani. You’ll need water, peas, potatoes, cauliflower, coriander, crisp fried onions, ghee, curd, and mint to prepare it.

Recommendations & Awards

Paradise Biryani Kit stands out with the best overall taste. The quality of the spices and rice in Paradise is exceptional. Although it lacks a raita masala, it isn’t a deal breaker because the biryani tastes incredibly fresh. It’s also highly convenient with clear, easy-to-follow instructions.

Additionally, we also recommend both Daawat Biryani Kit and Kohinoor Biryani Kit. These are flavorful however they don’t quite match Paradise. 

Between the two, Daawat edges ahead with its more intense and flavorful masala, whereas Kohinoor has a slightly milder intensity.

At the bottom of the list is Mama’s Love, which has not so clear instructions, minimal flavor, and a cumbersome preparation process.

Final Words 

In conclusion, Paradise Biryani Kit emerges as the clear winner. Its bold aroma, flavorful spices, and ease of preparation make it a standout, even without the raita masala. While both Daawat and Kohinoor deliver solid biryani experiences, Daawat takes a slight edge due to its more intense masala.

Overall, if you’re looking for the best biryani kit, we highly recommend trying the one by Paradise.