Chaat Masala

If you are lucky enough to live near an Indian grocery store (or in India itself) you can probably buy this spice blend ready made. If you don't (or if you'd just prefer to make your own), then I've been quite happy with this recipe.

Chaat Masala
From 660 Curries
2 tsp. cumin seeds
1 tsp. dried pomegranate seeds
1/2 tsp. black peppercorns
1 Tbsp. mango powder
2 tsp. black salt
1 tsp. coarse sea salt

1. Toast the cumin seeds in a dry skillet over medium-high heat for a minute or so, then transfer to a plate to cool.
2. Combine toasted cumin, pomegranate seeds, and black peppercorns in a spice grinder and pulverize until finely ground.
3. Combine mango powder, black salt, and sea salt.
4. Stir in ground spices.