This curry is a beautiful dish to serve at a buffet style party. Whilst being tasty it also presents well and is easy for guests to serve themselves.
Traditionally this is a muslim curry from the capital of Hyderabad in the province of Andhra Pradesh. It is different to a pulao, in that is not just an Indian style fried rice, it is a layered dish of basmati rice and curry.
When presented on a platter with a side dish of raita and some Indian chutney, it makes a yummy addition to any dinner or party.
The first layer is made up of basmati rice topped with curried chicken or lamb pieces, this is then garnished with fried onions, sliced hard boiled eggs and tomatoes, followed again by another layer of basmati rice. To finish it off, it is decadently garnished with fried nuts and raisins.
Historically, the Nizams of the Hyderabad state where responsible for the development of the Hyderabadi cuisine. It was derived from the royalty banquets and festivals, where they would commonly serve up to 26 varieties of biryani’s for their guests. Originally the biryani dish is an amalgamation of Mughlai, Turkish and Arabic cuisine, along with the influence of the native Telugu and Marathwada cuisines.
Traditionally, the biryani is cooked in a Dum pukht. This means, that the dish is cooked in a pot that is sealed with dough, then simmered gently over a slow cooking fire to increase the absorption of aromatic spices. Firstly, the mutton or chicken is sealed with all the spices on a hot fire. To put it all together, and finish off the cooking process, the biryani is layered in the Dum pukht. Rice on the bottom then topped with the sealed meat, then rice again. Saffron that has been soaked in water (the aromatic water) is drizzled over the top to add moisture; the pot is sealed then slow cooked over a fire.
This 250g jar will cook with approximately 15kg of meat, vegetables or seafood – 75 servings.
Ginny Hackney –
This is a winner – it is mild so everyone loves it; it is fabulous with any curry, particularly when accompanied by saffron rice and yoghurt. We have family members who expect to receive a jar every Christmas (this is a non negotiable gift)! Definitely my favourite Mudgeeraba chutney.
Heather badgery (verified owner) –
First purchased at Sydney Royal Easter Show. Love it!
Heather badgery (verified owner) –
FIRST PURCHASED AT SYDNEY Royal Easter Show.
Karen Thornton (verified owner) –
The best chutney I have ever tasted. I use it in so many ways
Nicolle Cooper (verified owner) –
Love this product. This is the second time we have had this and it never takes long before it is an empty jar. Typical flavours, but with a sugary hit of yumminess
Linda Simon (verified owner) –
A wonderful chutney that you can add to a meal with almost any meat. Great customer service. When the courier broke one of the jars, it was replaced within a couple of days.
Flavour & Spice (store manager) –
Glad you received your replacement quickly. Enjoy and thanks so much for the great feedback😀
Kim Reynolds (verified owner) –
I would highly recommend the date & almond chutney and the butter chicken spice. Really awesome products.
Flavour & Spice (store manager) –
Hi Kim, the 2 top faves! Happy to hear your enjoying them 🙂
Matthew Walsh (verified owner) –
Love your products. Especially this one.
Sent it to my brother and family as a special gift after he commented when I served it “this is the best thing I’ve ever tasted”.
Matthew Walsh (verified owner) –
Love your products. Especially this one!!
Sent it to my brother and family as a gift after he commented when I served it “this is the best thing I’ve ever tasted”.
Flavour & Spice (store manager) –
Awesome! it sure is good. Warning! It usually means a lot of cheese platters!
Matthew Walsh (verified owner) –
First purchased at Sawtell chilli festival and keep coming back for more!
Teresa –
Yummmmmm, I tried this for the 1st time at the Brisbane Food &Wine Festival, it was served on a cracker with yogurt/sour cream & OMGosh was it was mesmerizing. I need to buy some more real soon.
Yvonne Innis (verified owner) –
The Indian Date and Almond chutney is a firm favourite and would recommend it for a Curry meal every time.
Yvonne Innis (verified owner) –
The Indian Date and Almond chutney is a firm favourite and highly recommend it.
Ched (verified owner) –
A lovely mild flavoursome chutney. We tried it at our son-in-law’s and immediately ordered some!
Janet Cove (verified owner) –
Indian Date and Almond chutney is delicious! Bought some at Floriade Festival, and as soon as I tried it I jumped online and ordered more, plus a few hot sauces as gifts. I’m sure they will be a hit. The curry’s are great too. Thank you, looking forward to trying my other purchases. 😋
Maureen Friend (verified owner) –
First tried the chutney at Floriade 2 weeks ago where I bought 1 jar. . I’m hooked. Already received my first online order of 3 jars. Love it
Stuart McKinnon (verified owner) –
Best hot sauces around!