Chaat Masala

I love this spice blend. This adds a delicious tangy salty flavor to the food. Chaat Masala is most commonly used in Indian street foods as a final touch. It adds layers of mouth-watering flavors with a classic funky aroma. 

Chaat Masala consists of amchur, cumin, coriander, dried ginger, black salt, black pepper, asafoetida and chili powder. Although it contains salt, it should never be used alone or as a substitute of salt because it is a mixture of other spices and the salt content is actually very low in it.

I love adding Chaat Masala in my recipes. Try using it as:

A spice in marination:

• Murgh Malai Tikka (Grilled Creamy Tender Chicken)
• Grilled Tandoori Shrimp
• Easy Air Fryer Paneer Tikka

Sprinkle as a garnish on salads and fruits (my favorite is Guava)

In Appetizers:

• Debarshi’s Amuse Bouche
• Jhal Muri
• Palak ke Pakore
• Pyaz Ke Pakore (Onion Fritters)
• Samosa (Spicy Potato stuffed Pastries)
• Paneer Pakore (Fresh Cheese Fritters)

Indian Street Foods (Chaats):

• Bread Pakora
• Meethi Chutney Matar Phulki
• Alu Tikiya ki Chaat (Crispy Fried Potato Patties with Dried Peas, Yogurt, Chutney and Spices)
• Alu Cutlet (Crispy Shallow Fried Potato Patties)

In Chutneys, Dips and Sauces:

• Indian Spiced Tzatziki Sauce (Cucumber Raita)
• Sour Cream Dip
• Boondi Raita
• Yummy Guacamole
• Fresh Homemade Salsa

Main course meals:

• Egg Rolls Indian Style