Masala for 2 Kg of Comorian “Pilau”

70 g of Comorian spice blend for preparing Comorian Pilau.
Pilau (or pilao) is a traditional dish made with rice and accompanied by chicken or meat, enhanced with a flavorful and delicately fragrant sauce thanks to this spice blend: curry, cumin, turmeric, clove, cinnamon, cardamom, vanilla, garlic, and saffron—finely ground and carefully selected from the Comoros archipelago. 

7.00 €
excl. VAT 6.64 €

Product Sheet – Comorian Pilau Masala (2 kg of rice – Serves 15)


Description

This authentic spice mix is artisanally prepared in the Comoros Islands by a 60-year-old mother, a specialist in traditional festive cooking. Influenced by African, Indian, and Malagasy cuisines, the pilau dish varies across islands. This masala enhances the Comorian version with rich and aromatic flavors.

Ingredients

Curry, cumin, turmeric, clove, cinnamon, cardamom, vanilla, garlic, saffron.
To complete: salt (to taste), basmati rice, meat (beef, chicken, or fish), onions, fresh tomatoes + tomato paste.

Recommended preparation for 2 kg rice (or half for 1 kg)

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 45 minutes

Instructions:

  1. Cut 700g of meat. Mix half the spices with the meat and marinate for 15 min.

  2. Brown the meat in oil, then set aside.

  3. Slice 2 onions and chop 4 peeled tomatoes. Sauté with remaining spices and 3 tbsp tomato paste.

  4. Cover and cook for 10 min.

  5. Add 2 kg basmati rice, mix, and return meat to the pot.

  6. Add 175 cl hot water. Simmer for 30 min until water is absorbed.

100g – Comoros Masala

A masterfully balanced spice blend designed to elevate your chicken dishes, vegetarian sauces, or delicious pilaf. Combining cumin, turmeric, cloves, curry, cinnamon, saffron, vanilla, cardamom, and garlic, this unique mix unveils rich and authentic aromas inspired by the culinary traditions of the Comoros Islands. A sensory journey in every bite. 

6.00 € 7.50 €

100g – Comoros Turmeric

Enhance your hot dishes with this exceptional turmeric, grown on the volcanic lands of the Comoros. Perfect for seasoning rice, meats, sauces, vegetables… 

4.00 € 6.00 €

100g Vanilla Sugar

White sugar delicately infused with natural extract of Comorian Planifolia vanilla. Perfect for enhancing whipped cream, mousses, cakes, desserts, and all your sweet creations. An exotic touch of sweetness to awaken your taste buds. 

5.00 € 7.00 €

Masala for 2 Kg of Comorian “Pilau”

70 g of Comorian spice blend for preparing Comorian Pilau. Pilau (or pilao) is a traditional dish made with rice and accompanied by chicken or meat, enhanced with a flavorful and delicately fragrant sauce thanks to this spice blend: curry, cumin, turmeric, clove, cinnamon, cardamom, vanilla, garlic, and saffron—finely ground and carefully selected from the Comoros archipelago. 

7.00 €

Comoros Nutmeg

A rare and precious spice that embodies the authenticity and richness of the volcanic lands of the tropical Comoros archipelago. 

Starting at 4.00 € 5.00 €

2 Vanilla Pods of 20 cm

20 cm Vanilla Pods from organic farming in the Comoros. Calibration: 20 cm Vanillin level: 2.4% (minimum) Humidity level: between 20% and 30% Harvest year: 2023

7.00 € 10.00 €