One cannot imagine Indian dishes without spices. They bring out the real taste in food. While store-bought masalas are easy to use, they often lose their aroma over time. Some may even contain added colours or preservatives. That’s why making your spice blends at home is a better option. It’s fresh and healthier.
Your mixer grinder can help you prepare these spice blends easily. All you need are some basic whole spices. After roasting them lightly, just grind them into a fine powder. You can store these blends in airtight jars and use them whenever needed.
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The best part is you can adjust the taste as per your liking—more spicy, less salty, or extra aromatic. Whether you cook Indian or international food, homemade spice blends will amplify your dishes and make them appetising. With the guide below, explore six easy and useful spice blends you can make in your kitchen using a mixer grinder.
Garam Masala
Garam masala is a must-have in every Indian kitchen. To make it, roast cumin, coriander, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, and black pepper. Let them cool off before grinding them in your mixer grinder. This blend adds warmth and depth to curries, dals, and rice dishes. Homemade garam masala smells fresh and tastes better than packaged ones. Store it in a tight jar to prevent it from spoiling.
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Sambar Masala
Sambar masala gives sambar or rasam its special notes that make these South Indian stews popular not just in India but also abroad. Roast coriander seeds, red chillies, cumin, fenugreek, curry leaves, and chana dal. After cooling, grind them into a fine powder. Use a couple of teaspoons in the vegetable stews and witness the magic unfold. It gives a spicy, tangy flavour that’s perfect for South Indian dishes. Keep the powder in a clean, dry container for a longer shelf life.
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Italian Seasoning
Italian seasoning is a blend of dried herbs. Mix dried oregano, basil, rosemary, thyme, and parsley. Add garlic powder and a few red chilli flakes. Pulse in your mixer grinder just once to combine. This blend is perfect for pasta, pizza, and salads. It brings a herby, fresh taste that you are familiar with if you love Italian cuisine. Store it in a jar and use it when needed.
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Chhole Masala
Chhole masala adds bold flavour to chickpea curry. Roast coriander seeds, cumin, cinnamon, black cardamom, pepper, and amchur powder. Let them cool, then grind them to a powder. This masala is spicy, tangy, and full of aroma. Use it in chhole, rajma, or any tomato-based gravy. Store in a dry, airtight jar for best results.
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Rasam Powder
Rasam powder gives rasam its classic spicy and tangy taste. Roast toor dal, pepper, cumin, red chillies, coriander, and curry leaves. Cool them and grind in a mixer grinder. Add a pinch to hot rasam for an instant flavour boost. This powder can also be used in soups and light curries. Keep it in a clean container.
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Tandoori Masala
Tandoori masala is great for grilled dishes. Mix roasted cumin, coriander, cinnamon, cloves, and black pepper with dry ginger, garlic powder, and red chilli powder. Grind into a fine powder. Blend it with yoghurt and lemon to make a marinade. Use it for paneer, chicken, or veggies. Store the dry masala in a jar for later use.