Homemade spices (Chat Masala, Magic Masala, Tangy Masala )

1. Chat Masala:

Ingredients:

• 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1/4 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
• 10-12 dried red chilies
• 3 tablespoons cumin seeds
• 2 tablespoons coriander seeds
• 1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns
• 2 teaspoons mango powder (amchur)
• 1 teaspoon ginger powder
• 1 tablespoon fennel seeds
• 10 cloves
• 1 1/2 tablespoons panch phoron (a mix of five spices)
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 3 tablespoons black salt

Instructions:

1. Dry roast each ingredient separately in a pan or skillet.
2. Be careful not to burn them.
3. Once roasted, grind all the ingredients together into a fine powder.
4. Your delicious Chat Masala is ready to use.   

2. Magic Masala / Noodles Masala:

Ingredients:

• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon ginger powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala powder
• 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
• 1/2 teaspoon fenugreek powder
• 1/2 teaspoon mango powder (amchur)
• 2 teaspoons tasting salt
• 3 tablespoons black salt
• 2 teaspoons chili flakes
• 1 tablespoon cornflour
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

1. Blend all the ingredients together to make a fine powder.
2. Store the masala in an airtight container or an airtight box.
3. Your Magic Masala / Noodles Masala is ready for use.

3. Tangy Masala:

Ingredients:

• 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
• 10-12 dry red chilies
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
• 1 teaspoon coriander seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
• 1/2 teaspoon black cumin seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon cloves
• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon panch phoron (a mix of five spices)
• 2 teaspoons black salt

Instructions:

1. Dry roast all the ingredients lightly and cool them.
2. Grind them into a fine powder.
3. Store the Tangy Masala in a dry, airtight container.

4.  Garam Masala:

Ingredients:

• 12-14 cardamom pods
• 4 pieces of cinnamon (medium-sized)
• 4 bay leaves
• 2 tablespoons black peppercorns
• 1 tablespoon cloves
• 2 tablespoons cumin seeds
• 2 tablespoons coriander seeds
• 1 tablespoon fennel seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon mace
• 1 small piece of nutmeg

Instructions:

1. Dry roast all the ingredients until they release their aroma.
2. Let them cool down and then grind into a fine powder.
3. Store this Royal Garam Masala in an airtight container in a dry place.

These masalas can enhance the flavor of vegetarian dishes, vegetable items, or any meat dishes, adding both taste and aroma.