Kala Chat Masala

Roopak's Kala Chaat Masala Recipe

Roopak's Kala Chaat Masala is a popular spice blend used in Indian cuisine, especially in street food dishes like chaat. While the exact recipe may vary slightly, here's a basic version you can try at home:

Ingredients:

• 1/4 Cup cumin seeds
• 1/4 Cup coriander seeds
• 2 Tablespoons black peppercorns
• 2 Tablespoons dry mango powder (amchur)
• 2 Tablespoons black salt (kala namak)
• 1 Tablespoon dried mint leaves
• 1 Tablespoon dried ginger powder
• 1 Tablespoon dried pomegranate seeds (anardana)
• 1 Teaspoon ajwain (carom seeds)
• 1 Teaspoon hing (asafoetida)
• 1 Teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 Teaspoon citric acid (optional, for extra tanginess)

Instructions:

• Dry roast the cumin seeds, coriander seeds, and black peppercorns in a pan over medium heat until fragrant. Make sure not to burn them. This step helps to enhance their flavor. Let them cool down completely.
• Once cooled, grind the roasted cumin seeds, coriander seeds, and black peppercorns into a fine powder using a spice grinder or mortar and pestle.
• Add the ground spice mixture to a bowl. Then, add dry mango powder, black salt, dried mint leaves, dried ginger powder, dried pomegranate seeds, ajwain, hing, red chili powder, and citric acid (if using).
• Mix all the ingredients together until well combined.
• Transfer the masala to an airtight container and store it in a cool, dry place.

Your homemade Roopak's Kala Chaat Masala is now ready to be used in various chaat recipes or any other dishes where you desire that tangy and spicy flavor. Adjust the quantities of spices according to your taste preferences. Enjoy!