Sambhar Masala

sambhar podi

Sambhar Powder, Sambhar Masala, or Sambhar Podi is a South Indian condiment or spice mix which is added in sambar to give it a delicious flavour.

Just when I thought my mother in law was done with her ‘pitara’ of secrets by sharing her coconut chutney recipe, she generously offered us to smell the freshly made sambhar powder which she had proudly made by sun-drying every individual ingredient and stone grinding them to give you the most authentic sambhar masala unlike what you get commercially produced on large scale plant.

This masala uses the native Gundu chilli from Andhra to give the right spice balanced with all the other ingredients including Tamil poni rice and whole spices from Nilgiris.

Sharing an extended part of my South Indian culinary culture with this powder for you to experience the cuisine at its most authentic self.

sambhar podi

*This product is handmade at home in small batches*

Ingredients

Gundu chilli, Coriander seeds, Cumin, Saunf, Fenugreek, Mustard seeds, Rice, Bengal gram, Hing, Cinnamon, Clove, Marathi moggu, Star anise, Black stone flower, Turmeric powder, Pepper corn, Poppy seeds, Sunflower oil

Net Quantity

180 grams

Shelf Life

3 months when kept in cool and dry place

Shipping

We have a processing time of 7 to 14 days on all our products, however, it may take 3-4 weeks for final delivery depending on your location and Pincode.

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Khajur Or Dates Pickle – Sweet & Sour

I get this eccentric sweet craving right after I wake up every morning and had been gorging on chocolates and relatively unhealthy desserts for years until the guilt hit me hard. That’s when I realized that I can make my morning munching rather nutritional just by keeping a jar full of dates on my bedside table. Benefits apart from the nutrition? Well, dates have the exact amount of sweetness I like early morning to give a quick boost of energy and it quickly brings down my hunger pang, consoling my tummy till I manage to whip up my breakfast. Moreover, it controls my appetite for the day-long feast (you all know I am a foodie :P) by releasing digestive secretions and juices which are essential to control digestive disorders and to soothe your stomach.

But then, a point arrived when I got bored of the same flavour every morning and my dates needed some twist. And that’s how I came up with the recipe of Khajur Khata Meetha Achaar. Though dates are tasty in itself, an added natural taste to it is a bonus for your taste buds. So, I turned my regular dates into dates pickle which is a sweet and tangy achaar made from dates (khajur) fard and medjhool, lime slices, sugar, salt, ginger paste, red chilli, turmeric, black salt, cumin, clove, cardamom, and cinnamon. Completely homemade with love, this pickle can be used to break your fast or can be paired with any meal. Either way, it’s delicious and nutritional.

Nutritional benefits of dates:

Dates are a rich source of fibre, potassium, vitamin B6, magnesium, and calcium and also contain a good dose of calorie, carbohydrate phosphorus, calcium and iron. It contains fructose sugar which is good for health unlike glucose and prevents constipation. Also, the alkaline salts in dates can adjust the acidity of the blood.

Ingredients:

Dates (khajur) Fard & Medjhool, lime slices, sugar, salt, ginger paste, red chilli, turmeric, black salt, cumin, clove, cardamom, cinnamon

Net Weight:

225 gm

Shelf Life:

Good for 6 months since the date of manufacturer

Shipping:

We have a processing time of 7 to 14 days on all our products, however, it may take 3-4 weeks for final delivery depending on your location and pin code.

Butter Chicken Masala

Butter Chicken Masala by Masala Monk

“Dilli se hu BC!!!” 😉

Butter Chicken, the name itself provides so much comfort and satisfaction. A bowl of piping hot butter chicken laden with cream and butter, when served with crisp buttery naans, uff… it can easily become a mood-lifter.

Butter Chicken Masala is a flavourful blend of handpicked, dry-roasted spices, ground to perfection.

Butter chicken is one of the most popular and ordered dishes in restaurants. The aromatic golden brown and sometimes charred pieces of chicken pair so well with incredibly creamy gravy. Butter chicken is one of those dishes which is very difficult to get it right at home. The subtle notes of nutmeg, mace and pepper, the aroma of green cardamom and cinnamon, and the smokiness of Kashmiri chillies, can make a lot of difference in your butter chicken. Well, you don’t have to beat your head anymore to get the right spices to make this uber delicious dish at home since we have developed a perfect blend of spices for you.

A 100% natural and homemade butter chicken gravy

All the spices which go in this flavourful blend, are handpicked, dry-roasted separately just enough so that the essential oils can play their role and then ground to perfection. This blend is 100% natural, free of any preservatives and colour enhancers.

Note: Salt and red chillies have been kept at a moderate level, add more according to your taste.

Butter Chicken Masala is a flavourful blend of handpicked, dry-roasted spices, ground to perfection

Ingredients:
Coriander seeds, red chillies, cumin, black pepper, garlic, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, mace, clove, green cardamom, fenugreek leaves, sugar, turmeric, gram flour, rock salt.
Net Weight:
180 g
Shelf Life:
12 months from the date of manufacture
Directions to use:
For 750-800 g chicken, make a regular butter chicken gravy by frying some garlic, ginger, green chillies, onions and tomatoes, add 1.5-2 tbsp of this spice blend and cook for some time until oil separates. Add cooked chicken and finish the gravy with cream and enjoy yourself a flavourful, super delicious homemade butter chicken.
Allergen Information:
Processed in the same facility where nuts are also processed.
Storage:
Store in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight. Always use a clean and dry spoon to scoop the masala out.
Shipping:
We have a processing time of 7 to 14 days on all our products, however, it may take 3-4 weeks for final delivery depending on your location and pin code.

A 100% natural and homemade butter chicken gravy

Fig Marmalade

Fig Marmalade by Masala Monk

Did you know – the amount of calcium in one cup of milk and in one cup of fig is equal?. Figs are also a good source of iron, magnesium, potassium, B vitamins, as well as vitamin K.

Fire up your cheese boards with warm crostinis, ladened with this scrumptious Fig Marmalade, a side of Brie and a glass of Fabulous Red Wine to cozy up those cold winter nights.

Homemade Fig Marmalade
A multi-purpose spread for unique party recipes

There are so many delicious ways to use this Marmalade :

  • Use it as a topping for baked brie
  • Layer this marmalade with cheese in a grilled sandwich with turkey, ham, or smoked chicken.
  • Mix it in yogurt. Add sliced bananas and some toasted walnuts for a healthy mid day warm up snack
  • Heat it up and drizzle it over ice cream
  • Serve it with yogurt instead of honey or jam
  • Use it as a base for pizza or flatbread
  • Use it as a delicious glaze for chicken
  • Roast some veggies with olive oil and a spoonful of this fig marmalade… so good!
  • Use it as filling between cake layers
  • Make a simple appetizer by spreading goat cheese on little bread toasts and topping each with a dollop of this Fig Marmalade

My favorite way to enjoy it is on top of toast or a cracker that has been spread with a thin layer of fresh and high-quality goat cheese. Fig, honey and goat cheese might just be one of the most heavenly flavor combos in the entire world. Try it and you won’t be disappointed 😉

Fig Marmalade by Masala Monk
Fig Marmalade by Masala Monk

Ingredients:

Figs, water, salt, sugar, lemon, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper.

Net weight:

200 grams

Nutritional Facts:

Fig Marmalade Nutrition
Fig Marmalade is not only delicious, but also full of nutrition

Storage:

Best before 3 months from the date of manufacturing. Refrigerate after opening.

Shipping:

We have a processing time of 7 to 14 days on all our products, however, it may take 3-4 weeks for final delivery depending on your location and pin code.

Fig Marmalade by Masala Monk
Use Fig Marmalade to curate delicious snacks for all those upcoming winter house parties

Vegan Hot Chocolate Mix

Vegan Hot Chocolate Mix by Masala Monk

Has the freezing winter hit you yet?? It definitely has hit me… and it was time I whipped up my batch of hot chocolate mix, ready to go to satiate my craving for a cozy cup of hot chocolate whenever I needed it, and this time I made it vegan.

Lactose intolerant or vegan, yet craving for hot chocolate?

This decadent mix is dairy-free, so that my lactose intolerant and vegan friends could relish it as well. I have seen them with their sad faces whenever they didn’t find any dairy-free or vegan option out there.

This mix has all the right ingredients to give you the warmth you seek on a wintry morning or night. Combination of cinnamon, nutmeg and a touch of paprika when combined with cocoa powder, coconut sugar and vanilla, will tingle your taste buds like never before. The slight hint of instant espresso enhances the chocolate flavour further. This mix has coconut milk powder so you can either use it in water or any dairy free milk of your choice. Trust me, this would make a perfect cup of hot chocolate, to kick start your day or to end a wintry night.

To give you the warmth you seek on a wintry morning or night

Ingredients:
100% natural cocoa powder, coconut sugar, coffee, cinnamon, nutmeg, paprika, rock salt, coconut milk powder, vanilla and cornstarch.
Nutrition Facts:
Serving Size : 2 tbsp

Approx amount per serving
Energy (kcal): 130.9
Protein (g): 2.9
Carbohydrates (g): 19.6
Sugar (g): 6.4
Total Fat (g): 4.5

Net Weight:
120 g
Shelf Life:
12 months from the date of manufacture.
Directions to use:
Heat one measuring cup of dairy free milk or water in a saucepan. Add 2 tbsp of this mix and stir continuously until the mix is completely dissolved. Top it off with vegan marshmallows for best results.
Shipping:
We have a processing time of 7 to 14 days on all our products, however, it may take 3-4 weeks for final delivery depending on your location and pin code.