chaat masala

Ingredients: amchur, salt, cumin, black pepper, coriander, ginger, ajowan seed, mint, asafoetida

A wonderful blend used in India to season salads and snacks. The chaat masala mix tastes salty, sour and spicy and it is this balance that is so effective as a dry seasoning.

uses: Sprinkle chat masala over salads of vegetables or fruit. Use to spice up potato dishes or pulses in place of table salt. Sprinkle over grilled meats or fish before serving to give the food a delicious lift - useful to have on hand at a barbeque.

good with: pulses, onion, fruit, cucumber, eggs.

recipe kits: samosas & bhajis, salad / chutney / raita, tandoori chicken,