Shan Spice Mandhi

Product Name: Shan Arabic Seasoning Mix – Mandhi

Brand: Shan Foods

Type: Arabic/Middle Eastern spice blend / Seasoning mix

Net Weight: 50g (Standard retail pack) / Bulk wholesale cartons available

Cuisine: Middle Eastern / Arabian / Yemeni-style Mandi

Key Features:

• Authentic Arabic Mandhi flavor for traditional meat layered pilaf

• Warm and aromatic with balanced blend of traditional Arabian spices

• Contains dried lime (loomi) for slightly tangy depth common in Gulf cuisine

• Ideal for chicken, lamb, mutton, or beef Mandhi

• Suitable for vegetarians

• No preservatives or artificial food colors

• Cryogenically ground spices for natural freshness

• Halal certified

• ISO 9001:2015 certified production

Ingredients: Salt, Black Pepper, Garlic, Ginger, Cumin, Coriander, Onion, Maltodextrin, Acidity Regulator (Citric Acid), Turmeric, Anticaking Agent (Silicon Dioxide)

Flavor Profile: Warm and aromatic with hints of cardamom, cloves, cinnamon, black pepper, cumin, and nutmeg; mildly spicy and earthy with tangy depth from dried lime

Allergy Information: May contain traces of Mustard, Wheat, Soy, Sesame, Celery, Sulphites, and Tree Nuts

Packaging: Foil pack in box with freshness seal (V-Lock technology)

Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight; keep pack sealed after opening for best freshness

Shelf Life: Please refer to package for manufacturing and expiry dates

Nutritional Information (per 8g serving): Energy 18 kcal, Fat 1.0g, Carbohydrates 1.8g, Protein 0.4g, Sodium 1529mg

Preparation Method:

1. Dissolve Shan Mandhi Mix in one cup of water and add 2-3 tablespoons oil/butter. Mix and apply to meat

2. Pour 2 cups of water in a tightly closing pot or pressure cooker and bring to boil. Place the meat in it. Cover tightly and cook on low heat for: chicken 1-1½ hour, lamb/mutton 2-2½ hours

3. Remove from heat. Separate meat and stock

4. Heat 2-3 tablespoons oil/butter and fry the meat from all sides for 2-3 minutes and keep aside

5. In the meat stock add enough water to make it 3½ cups. Keep this aside

6. Heat remaining oil/butter and fry the sliced onion till light brown

7. Add the 3½ cups of meat stock and drained rice. Bring to boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover tightly and cook for 15 minutes on low heat

8. Remove cover and fluff the rice with a fork. Place the meat on it. Cover and cook for 5 minutes or till the rice is tender. Serve rice with meat on top

Health Benefits:

• Digestive support from ginger, cumin, and coriander

• Natural antioxidants from turmeric and black pepper

• No added sugars, suitable for balanced diets

Country of Origin: Pakistan (Shan Foods established 1981, present in 65 countries across 5 continents)

Target Market: Restaurants, hotels, catering services, Middle Eastern cuisine specialists, cloud kitchens, takeaways, and wholesale distributors