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Daawat Biryani Kit Hyderabadi
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This instant mix offers a convenient meal option but contains flavor enhancers (INS 627, INS 631) which are purine-rich and may trigger gout in susceptible individuals. The presence of undisclosed natural and nature-identical flavors also raises transparency concerns for those with sensitivities. While it includes beneficial ingredients like fresh vegetables and spices, the overall formulation relies on several additives.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Curd
- Onion (Fresh and Dehydrated)
- Tomato
- Green Chilli
- Garlic
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Contains flavor enhancers linked to gout; undisclosed flavors present.
This instant mix contains flavor enhancers INS 627 and INS 631, which are purine-rich and should be avoided by individuals prone to gout. The product also includes 'Natural and Nature Identical Flavours' without specific disclosure, which can be a concern for those with allergies or sensitivities to flavor compounds.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Avoiding certain additives or colours — Flavor Enhancers (INS 627, INS 631) is declared.
Declared allergens: Milk and Soy
Relevant if you have any of these allergies or intolerances.
Based on the declared ingredient list. This is a risk only to people with the allergy, not a general-population safety issue, so it does not lower the safety score.
Concern breakdown
Score out of 10 · higher = fewer concernsHow this product performs on each concern we check for food. This is a breakdown of the same evidence behind the score above — not a separate verdict.
Saturated fat 0.5 g · trans fat 0 g per 100 g/ml
Specific sensitivities
Avoid if affectedContains flavor enhancers INS 627 and INS 631, which are purine-rich and should be avoided.
Contains Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein (Soya), which is a soy derivative.
What's good
Contains a variety of fresh and dehydrated vegetables and spices for flavor
Includes curd for creaminess and potential probiotic benefits
Uses sunflower oil, which is generally a healthier vegetable oil
Watch out for
Contains flavor enhancers (INS 627, INS 631) which are purine-rich and may trigger gout
Presence of undisclosed 'Natural and Nature Identical Flavours' raises transparency concerns for those with sensitivities
Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein (Soya) is a common allergen and may contain MSG byproducts
Contains added sugar and salt, which should be consumed in moderation
Ingredient Concerns safety database
Sources cited below may be Indian (FSSAI) or international (EU, US, WHO, IARC) — an international classification or law is evidence, not an Indian regulatory finding.
Disodium Inosinate (E631)
Disodium inosinate is a nucleotide flavour enhancer derived from meat or fish. High in purines; individuals with gout or elevated uric acid should avoid products containing this additive.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: EFSA INS 631
Disodium Inosinate: regulation, sources and other products →Disodium Guanylate (E627)
Disodium guanylate is a nucleotide flavour enhancer high in purines. Often found alongside MSG or E635. Gout sufferers and those with kidney stones should avoid foods containing E627.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: EFSA INS 627
Disodium Guanylate: regulation, sources and other products →Disodium Ribonucleotides (E635)
E635 is a mixture of disodium inosinate (E631) and disodium guanylate (E627). Both are purine nucleotides, which the body breaks down to uric acid. People with gout or hyperuricaemia, or who have been advised to limit purines, may wish to limit foods containing it. The amounts used in foods are small, so the concern applies to people already managing uric acid rather than to the general population.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: EFSA; WHO; Arthritis Foundation
Disodium Ribonucleotides: regulation, sources and other products →Decode Label Analysis
Flavor Enhancers (INS 627, INS 631) are purine-rich and may trigger gout in susceptible individuals. These are warning-level additives.
The product contains 'Natural and Nature Identical Flavours' without specific disclosure, which can be a concern for individuals with specific flavor sensitivities or allergies.
Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein (Soya) is derived from soy, a common allergen, and can also contain naturally occurring MSG as a byproduct of processing.
Claim check
Front-of-pack marketing claims checked against this product's actual ingredients and nutrition. "Can't verify" means the label does not provide enough information to check the claim — it is not the same as the claim being false.
The cooking time is a preparation instruction that cannot be verified from the ingredient or nutrition list.
The ease of preparation is a claim about the cooking process that cannot be verified from the ingredient or nutrition list.
The ingredient list does not specify the brand of Basmati rice included in the kit.
The authenticity of the biryani paste is a subjective claim that cannot be verified from the ingredient or nutrition list.
The ingredient list does not explicitly mention 'Burani Raita Seasoning' as a separate component, although it does contain ingredients that could be part of such a seasoning.
The number of servings is a claim about the product's yield that cannot be verified from the ingredient or nutrition list.
This is a subjective marketing slogan that cannot be verified from the ingredient or nutrition list.
The ingredient list includes various whole spices such as cardamom, cumin, fennel, coriander, clove, mace, bay leaf, black cardamom, nutmeg, red cinnamon, cinnamon sticks, green cardamom, and black pepper.
Read straight from the back-of-pack photo — quantities, sections and any disguised terms, so the small print can’t hide behind the marketing.
46 entries as printed on the label · 39 distinct ingredients (some are declared more than once).
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Water
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Curd
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Edible Vegetable Oil (Sunflower)
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Onion (Fresh and Dehydrated)
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Tomato
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Edible Common Salt listed twice
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Green Chilli
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Garlic
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Ginger
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Dehydrated Leaves
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Spices and Condiments (Cardamom, Cumin, Fennel, Coriander, Clove, Mace, Bay Leaf, Black Cardamom) 0.04% trace amountSpices and Condiments (Cardamom, Cumin, Fennel, Coriander, Clove, Mace, Bay Leaf, Black Cardamom (0.04%), Nutmeg and Black Pepper)
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Nutmeg
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Black Pepper listed twice
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Kewra Water
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Rose Water
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Flavor Enhancers (INS 627, INS 631)Disodium guanylate (INS 627), Disodium inosinate (INS 631)
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Red Cinnamon
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Cloves
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Spice Extract (Paprika)
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Flavours - Natural and Nature Identical listed twice undisclosed flavouring
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21.
Turmeric Powder
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Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein (Soya) listed twice
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Coriander Seed Powder 0.4% trace amountCoriander Seed Powder (0.4%)
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Green Cardamom listed twice
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Bay Leaf listed twice
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Clove
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Chilli Powder 0.5% trace amountChilli Powder (0.5%)
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Flavours - Natural and Nature Identical listed twice undisclosed flavouring
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Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein (Soya) listed twice
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Acidity Regulator (INS 330)Citric acid (INS 330)
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Cinnamon Sticks
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Green Cardamom listed twice
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Bay Leaf trace amount listed twice
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Black Pepper 0.1% trace amount listed twiceBlack Pepper (0.1%)
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Spices and Condiments (Cumin, Chilli, Coriander, Dried Ginger)
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Maltodextrin (Corn)
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Natural and Nature Identical Flavouring Substances undisclosed flavouring
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Edible Common Salt listed twice
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Cane Sugar
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Dehydrated Garlic
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Dehydrated Onion Powder
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Black Salt
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Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein (Soya) listed twice
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Dried Mango Powder
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Dehydrated Parsley
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Anticaking Agent (INS 551)Silicon dioxide (INS 551)
Trace amounts: some named ingredients appear in token quantities or low in the list. At these concentrations a meaningful benefit is unlikely, and their front-of-pack prominence may not reflect their level in the formulation.
Listed twice: an ingredient appears more than once in the same part of the list. This may indicate two separate ingredient blends in the formulation, or a duplication in how the label was recorded.
In label order — normally largest quantity first. Select a row for the full write-up and sources.
These are major food allergens named on the ingredient list. They are a risk only to people allergic to them — not a general-population safety issue — so they do not lower the safety score. Anyone with the allergy should avoid this product, and check the pack’s own allergen statement.
✓ Decode Label Assessment: Favorable ⚠ Decode Label Assessment: Concern Decode Label Assessment: Neutral
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| Energy | 286 kcal |
| Protein | 7.4 g |
| Carbohydrate | 57 g |
| Total Sugars | 2.9 g |
| Added Sugars | 0 g |
| Total Fat | 3.1 g |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g |
| Trans Fat | 0 g |
| Sodium | 905 mg |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
Colour shows the per-100g level (green = low, amber = moderate, red = high), from the product's label.
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What are the ingredients in Daawat Biryani Kit Hyderabadi?
The label of Daawat Biryani Kit Hyderabadi lists 39 ingredients, in label order: Water, Curd, Edible Vegetable Oil (Sunflower), Onion (Fresh and Dehydrated), Tomato, Green Chilli, Garlic, Ginger, Dehydrated Leaves, Spices and Condiments (Cardamom, Cumin, Fennel, Coriander, Clove, Mace, Bay Leaf, Black Cardamom), Nutmeg, Kewra Water, Rose Water, Flavor Enhancers (INS 627, INS 631), Red Cinnamon, Cloves, Spice Extract (Paprika), Turmeric powder, Coriander Seed Powder, Clove, Chilli Powder, Flavours - Natural and Nature Identical, Acidity Regulator (INS 330), Cinnamon Sticks, Green Cardamom, Bay Leaf, Black Pepper, Spices and Condiments (Cumin, Chilli, Coriander, Dried Ginger), Maltodextrin (Corn), Natural and nature identical flavouring substances, Edible Common Salt, Cane Sugar, Dehydrated Garlic, Dehydrated Onion Powder, Black Salt, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein (Soya), Dried Mango Powder, Dehydrated Parsley, Anticaking Agent (INS 551). Flagged by the analysis: Flavor Enhancers (INS 627, INS 631).
Is Daawat Biryani Kit Hyderabadi safe to eat?
Daawat Biryani Kit Hyderabadi scores 5.2/10 on Decode Label (Moderate). This instant mix contains flavor enhancers INS 627 and INS 631, which are purine-rich and should be avoided by individuals prone to gout. The product also includes 'Natural and Nature Identical Flavours' without specific disclosure, which can be a concern for those with allergies or sensitivities to flavor compounds.
Why does Daawat Biryani Kit Hyderabadi score 5.2/10?
What the analysis notes: Contains flavor enhancers (INS 627, INS 631) which are purine-rich and may trigger gout. Presence of undisclosed 'Natural and Nature Identical Flavours' raises transparency concerns for those with sensitivities. Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein (Soya) is a common allergen and may contain MSG byproducts.
Who should avoid Daawat Biryani Kit Hyderabadi?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Gout; Purine-sensitive individuals; Flavor sensitivities; Milk allergy / lactose intolerance; Soy allergy.
Does Daawat Biryani Kit Hyderabadi contain allergens?
Yes — the ingredient list contains milk (Curd) and soy (Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein (Soya)). Check the allergen statement on the pack too if you have a diagnosed allergy.
Does Daawat Biryani Kit Hyderabadi contain milk?
Yes — the ingredient list names Curd. People with milk allergy / lactose intolerance should treat it as containing milk, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
Does Daawat Biryani Kit Hyderabadi contain soy?
Yes — the ingredient list names Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein (Soya). People with soy allergy should treat it as containing soy, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
How much sugar is in Daawat Biryani Kit Hyderabadi?
2.9 g of total sugar per 100 g. The label declares 0 g of that as added sugar per 100 g.
Is Daawat Biryani Kit Hyderabadi high in salt?
Yes — 905 mg of sodium per 100 g (about 2.26 g of salt), above the 1.5 g of salt per 100 g that UK front-of-pack labelling marks as high.
Are the claims on the Daawat Biryani Kit Hyderabadi pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 8 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "Cooks in 30 minutes" — can't be verified from the label. "Three Easy Steps" — can't be verified from the label. "Includes Daawat Biryani Basmati" — can't be verified from the label.
Is Daawat Biryani Kit Hyderabadi vegetarian?
Daawat Biryani Kit Hyderabadi is marked vegetarian.
Answers are generated from this product's own Decode Label analysis — the score, the ingredient list and the label claims shown above. Always check the pack itself for allergen and dietary information.
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