Glossary
Masala
Umbrella term for spice blends
Also known as
Gewürzmischung, Spice Blend
Masala is the Hindi word for mix and refers in Indian cooking to any kind of spice combination, from two ingredients to dozens. Each dish has its own Masala: Chana Masala for chickpeas, Sabzi Masala for vegetables, Chai Masala for tea and so on. Freshly ground Masalas have noticeably more aroma than pre-made blends, which is why many households in India mix their own. We carry numerous Masala specialty blends from MDH, Everest, Shan and others.
