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Chaat Masala
One of India's most popular seasoning blends, Chaat Masala combines layer upon layer of intriguing flavors that are simultaneously tangy, savory, fruity, and slightly spicy!
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 24
Calories: 9 kcal
Course:
Condiments
Cuisine:
Indian
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 tablespoons cumin seeds
- 1 1/2 tablespoons coriander seeds
- 1 1/2 teaspoons fennel seeds
- 1 teaspoon ajwain seeds (aka carom seeds)
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 2 1/2 tablespoons amchur (amchoor) powder
- 1 tablespoon anardana seeds or 1 teaspoon anardana powder (optional but recommended)
- 2 teaspoons kala namak (black salt) (can substitute sea salt or kosher salt)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dried mint
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger powder
- 1/2 teaspoon asafoetida
- 1/2 teaspoon kashmiri chili powder (optional for heat)
Instructions
- Place all of the whole seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat and roast them until very fragrant. Be careful not to scorch them or they will be bitter. Transfer to a bowl and let cool completely.Once cool, grind the whole spices to a powder in a spice or coffee grinder.Add the remaining spices and herbs and grind to a powder.Store your homemade chaat masala in an airtight jar in a dark, cool place where it will keep for up to 3 months.Makes roughly 1/2 cup chaat masala.
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Nutrition Information
Serving
1teaspoon
Calories
9kcal
(0%)
Carbohydrates
2g
(1%)
Sodium
196mg
(8%)
Potassium
22mg
(1%)
Vitamin A
25IU
(1%)
Calcium
11mg
(1%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 24Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 9
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1teaspoon | |
| Calories | 9kcal | 0% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Sodium | 196mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 22mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 25IU | 1% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.