Saffron is the stigmas of the saffron crocus which imparts a distinctive aroma and an intense yellow colouring. It gives biryani rice the authentic flavour and colour.
Turmeric
Supermarkets, Asian stores
Burmese chicken biryani
Green mangos are used in salads, pickles and curries. It is different to ripe eating mango – the flesh is a pale green…
It is called chin baung ywet in Burmese, the roselle leaves have a lovely sour taste. Cooked with chillies and shrimp paste…
Sometimes referred to as jaggery, the palm sugar is sold in tubes, blocks or tin cans. The colour ranges from a deep toffee to golden brown…
Rice vermicelli are thin noodles made from rice flour and sold dried. Before using, soak in water until soft then boil until cooked…