CHAAT MASALA

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Asafoetida, mango powder and black salt distinguish the chaat masala from other masalas, giving the blend a sourness that makes it a welcome accompaniment to fresh fruit and other snacks. "Chaat" refers to various snacks and to the North Indian cafes that serve them. Fresh fruit often is sprinkled with lime juice and chaat masala. Black salt (which is actually a reddish gray), available at Indian food stores, has a distinctive flavor that's quite different from sea salt or table salt. The garam masala is the wild card in this recipe; either one of the Tamil Nadu Curry Powder or Punjabi-Style Garam Masala may be used.

Provided by Carole Reu

Categories Asian

Time 25m

Yield 1/2 cup

Number Of Ingredients 8

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons cumin seeds
1 1/2 teaspoons fennel seeds
1 tablespoon garam masala
1 tablespoon mango powder
1 tablespoon black salt
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 pinch asafoetida powder
1/4 teaspoon ginger, ground

Steps:

Toast and grind cumin and fennel seeds and combine with remaining ingredients.

Cameron Mcclease

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This chaat masala is a great way to add a little bit of spice to my favorite dishes. It's not too hot, but it definitely has a kick.

Pavel Novel

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I love experimenting with different chaat masala recipes, and this one is definitely a winner. It's got a great balance of flavors.

Sebastian Jackson

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This chaat masala is a game-changer. It makes my chaat dishes taste like they came from a restaurant.

Umaid Ali

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This chaat masala is a must-try for any home cook. It's a great way to add flavor and depth to your dishes.

Rachelle Kondwani

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I highly recommend this chaat masala recipe. It's easy to make, delicious, and a great value.

Kathy Woodin

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This chaat masala is a great value. You get a lot of spice for your money.

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I love that this chaat masala is so easy to make. I can whip up a batch in just a few minutes.

underdemon47

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I've been using this chaat masala recipe for years, and it never disappoints. It's always fresh and flavorful.

Hamada Esmaeel

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This chaat masala is the perfect blend of spices. It's not too spicy, but it still has a nice kick.

Shahbaz Laar

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I love the tangy flavor of this chaat masala. It really brightens up my dishes.

Haromaya Tube

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This chaat masala is a staple in my kitchen. I use it all the time to make delicious chaat dishes.

Manila Manandhar

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I'm always looking for ways to add more flavor to my food, and this chaat masala definitely delivers. It's a great addition to my spice cabinet.

Md Masum Sarkar

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This chaat masala is so versatile. I use it in everything from chaat to curries to grilled meats.

Mohammodu Boture

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I love that this chaat masala recipe uses all natural ingredients. I feel good about using it in my food.

Nima Lhamo

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This chaat masala recipe is a lifesaver! I used to spend hours making my own chaat masala, but now I can just whip this up in a few minutes.

Masud Jan

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I've tried many chaat masala recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's incredibly flavorful and adds a fantastic depth of flavor to my chaat dishes.

Mia Martinez

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This chaat masala is a must-try for any chaat lover. It's flavorful, tangy, and adds the perfect amount of spice. I highly recommend it.

Kathiresan Rakkappan

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OMG! This chaat masala is amazing! I can't believe how easy it is to make and how delicious it tastes. I'll never buy store-bought chaat masala again.