Chat Masala is a tangy, spicy, and slightly sweet Indian spice blend that’s widely used to enhance the flavor of salads, fruits, chaats, snacks, and even beverages like buttermilk. Making it at home ensures freshness, purity, and the ability to adjust the spice level to your taste.

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp cumin seeds (jeera)

• 1 tbsp coriander seeds (dhania)

• 1 tbsp fennel seeds (saunf)

• 1 tbsp black peppercorns (kali mirch)

• 1 tbsp black salt (kala namak)

• 1 tbsp regular salt (or to taste)

• 1 tbsp dry mango powder (amchur)

• 1 tsp asafoetida (hing)

• 1 tsp dried mint leaves (optional)

• 1 tsp ginger powder (saunth)

• 1 tsp red chili powder

• 1 tsp carom seeds (ajwain)

• 1 tsp nutmeg powder (jaiphal – optional)