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Noodles with Biryani Masala

instant noodles with biryani masala
Instant Noodles are always a saviour when I want something quick.  But I discard the seasoning mix in case it contains MSG.  MSG is also known as Sodium Glutamate.  Instead I use my favourite spices and it tastes equally good.  You can use Chicken Masala, Meat Masala, Garam Masala, Cajun Spice Mix as substitutes for Biryani Masala.

Ingredients:
Noodles - about 160 gms
Cayenne Pepper - 1/4 tsp
Chat Masala - 1/4 tsp
Biryani Masala - 1/4 tsp
Onion - 1 small
Carrot - 1 small
Corn Kernels - 1/4 cup
Green Peas - 1/4 cup
Salt
Oil

Method:
1. Heat 1 - 2 tbsp oil in a kadhai/wok and add sliced onion.  Saute for about 2 minutes and add sliced carrot, corn and peas.
2. Saute till vegetables are half done or as you like.
3. Add about 2 cups water, cayenne pepper, chat masala, biryani masala and salt.  Stir all the powders well and add the noodles.
4. Cook till the noodles absorb water and turn soft.  Add more water if required.  Quick Biryani flavoured noodles are ready.
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  1. AnonymousMay 12, 2010 at 3:27 PM

    nice idea.

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  2. hamaarethoughts.comMay 12, 2010 at 3:27 PM

    Indeed quick n easy..looks tempting too....will try ..nice good idea!

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  3. PranisKitchenMay 12, 2010 at 3:31 PM

    very easy one.me too yarr sometimes for lunch i prefer this readymade noodles.
    addition of our other masala instead of the seasoning mix..good idea and healthy.

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  4. Priya SureshMay 12, 2010 at 3:37 PM

    Simple yet brilliant idea of making out noodles this way, very interesting..

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  5. SayaliMay 12, 2010 at 3:50 PM

    Need to try this out...Smart idea to twist the noodle taste..what kinda noodles are u using here..??

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  6. UmaMay 12, 2010 at 3:52 PM

    Thanks Harman, Ammu, Prani, Priya, SS for the lovely comments.

    SS, I use instant noodles which get cooked in 2 - 3 minutes.

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  7. KrishnaveniMay 12, 2010 at 7:10 PM

    love noodles with biriyani masala. looks great

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  8. subhashiniMay 12, 2010 at 8:53 PM

    new combo.Sounds tasty.

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  9. Sushma MallyaMay 13, 2010 at 12:49 AM

    Such a great idea uma, just loved it, truely indian style...

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  10. kshipraMay 13, 2010 at 1:09 AM

    nice idea to give a twist in taste to good old noodles.
    Glad to see u back uma.

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  11. UnknownMay 13, 2010 at 1:21 AM

    You turned a quick meal into a quick and healthy meal. Good job!

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  12. Jayanthy KumaranMay 13, 2010 at 2:40 AM

    Hy dear,

    wonderful try ...sounds delicious n yummy.

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  13. SathyaSridharMay 13, 2010 at 5:05 AM

    Uma, very spicy n easy biryani noodles. Looks delicious dear.

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  14. shahanaMay 13, 2010 at 8:32 AM

    EvenI used to make with chicken masala or meat masala.But never thought of making with biryani masala.Thats really a grt idea dear!Thanks for sharing...

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  15. UnknownMay 13, 2010 at 10:18 AM

    very innovative dish...looks really very tempting and i bet it must be very tasty too...

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  16. arthiMay 13, 2010 at 10:36 AM

    hey Uma,
    nice twist in the noodles.sure gonna try :)

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  17. NamithaMay 13, 2010 at 10:40 AM

    That's cool..easy and yummy

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  18. PreetiMay 13, 2010 at 11:02 AM

    beginning to wonder why no post for six days from you ;) Glad to see u back and with some easy yummy recipe. Love noodles any time :)

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  19. UmaMay 13, 2010 at 5:37 PM

    Thanks Krishnaveni, Subhashini, Sushma, Kshipra, Linda, Jay, Sathya, Shahana, Kamalika, Arthi, Preeti, Gulmohar, Sanyukta for the encouraging comments!

    Preeti, I took a blogging break dear.

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  20. Aps KitchenMay 15, 2010 at 3:37 AM

    I m sure uma it wud taste aweasom vth biryani masala... :)

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  21. UnknownMay 22, 2010 at 10:38 PM

    its a g8 idea..i realy want to try it..thanks for sum new thng

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