Garam Masala – 90 Gms

Ammiji, an 89 year old woman in Amritsar, still cooks her own subzis. She can barely walk, but she will set up her high-stool in front of the kitchen hob, throw in magical stuff into her kadhai, and come up with the most soul-satisfying curries and subzis. Her cooking skills are considered legendary by her family, and her knowledge of spices will rival that of any professional masalchi.

But Ammiji had a secret – a secret that she never divulged to anyone in all her years of cooking and living. That secret was her blend of garam masala that she would pound just before she cooked an elaborate meal for guests or for a special occasion. Her family would ask her, “Why does the gobhi taste different today?” And she would blink at them innocently and ask, “Why? Does it taste bad?” And they would shake their head emphatically and reply, “No, no, it’s so much more tastier than what you regularly make.” She would then give a small, secretive smile and quickly change the topic.

That secret had to be coaxed out of her. She finally caved in last winter and said to her granddaughter, “Fine. Now that you did the chai masala, you might as well do this too. It’s not like I have a lot of years left in me. And who better than you to pass this on to…”

So here it is. After months of research and scouring the bylanes of Khari Boali, we bring you the Garam Masala blend that Ammiji amazed her guests with.

When you buy an Ammiji masala blend, you can be sure that you’re getting the highest quality of spices available (that was one of Ammiji’s conditions for using her recipes). You can be sure that the masala is made at home by Ammiji’s family – no one else gets to touch it. And you can be sure that what you have is pure gold. With love, from Ammiji.
Ingredients: Cumin, Cinnamon, Piper Longum, Coriander, Black Cardamom, Clove, Star Anise, Stone Flower, Green Cardamom, Mace, Ginger, Red Chilli, Nutmeg, Rock Salt.
Weight: 90 gms
Garam Masala by Masala Monk

Hot Chocolate Mix – Handcrafted

SHARE THE JOY!

The festive season of sharing the Joy is here again, we at Masala Monk are proud to present this artisanal homemade hot chocolate mix which works as a delicious gift for your loved ones.

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.

Hot Chocolate Mix to warm up your soul this winter.

Cinnamon, nutmeg and paprika, combined with cocoa powder, coconut sugar and vanilla to give you the right winter warmth
Cinnamon, nutmeg and paprika, combined with cocoa powder, coconut sugar and vanilla to give you the right winter warmth

This mix has all the right ingredients to give you the warmth you seek on a wintery morning or night. Combination of cinnamon, nutmeg and a touch of paprika when combined with cocoa powder, sugar and vanilla, will tingle your taste buds like never before. The slight hint of instant espresso enhances the chocolate flavour further.

Prepare your cup to quench the craving for hot chocolate

What are you waiting for, order this decadent mix to make a perfect cup of hot chocolate.

Ingredients:

100% natural cocoa powder, sugar, coffee, cinnamon, nutmeg, paprika, salt, milk powder, vanilla and cornstarch.

Weight:

100 g

Shelf Life:

12 months

Directions to use:

Heat one measuring cup of milk or water. Add 2 tbsp of this mix and stir continuously until the mix is completely dissolved. Top it off with marshmallows for best results.

Nutrition Facts:

Serving Size : 2 tbsp
Approx. amount per serving:
Energy (kcal): 84.7
Protein (g): 2.7
Carbohydrates (g): 3.5
Sugar (g): 10.8
Total Fat (g): 1.8

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.

Hot Chocolate Mix to warm up your soul this winter
Hot Chocolate Mix to warm up your soul this winter
Xmas Special pack with Muffler for Hot Chocolate Mix

Winter Comfort by Ammiji

Winter – the season of contrasts.

The brightness of the mild sun, that manji on the terrace, those martabans of pickles put out to age, the pile of moongfali shells, that indescribable warmth of huddling under a thick quilt and sipping a soothing, hot drink while the temperature drops outside. All, of course, juxtaposed with the silence of the cold, still night, the fog that sometimes creeps in to make your day dreary as hell, the swiftness with which the day passes and the piercing cold wind that catches you unaware. Bright, yet, dreary, cold, yet warm – the winters are to be either hated or loved. You can’t be indifferent to this season.

And while we enjoy the contrasts, winter is also the flu season, the season where the air pollution is at its peak and the season where your immunity is at its lowest. To combat this, and to ensure that you stay warm, active and healthy throughout the cooler months, Masala Monk and Ammiji bring to you the quintessential ‘kadha’ – that magical elixir that grandmothers make in their kitchens to ensure the well being of the entire family.

How to brew :

In water – Add 1 teaspoon to 2 cups water. Boil till it reduces to 1 cup. Strain, add 1 teaspoon honey, and drink.
In milk – Add 1 teaspoon per cup. Boil for 2-3 minutes. Strain, add honey to taste and drink.

A concoction made from 10 ancient herbs and spices and powered with the energy of jaggery, Ammiji’s Winter Comfort will keep you warm and active this winter, while delivering a boost to your immune system simultaneously.

Ingredients:

Jaggery, Turmeric, Ginger, Tulsi, Ashwagandha, Brahmi, Green Cardamom, Pepper, Cinnamon, Star Anise, Ajwain

Jaggery : Boosts immunity, aids digestion, powerhouse of energy and antioxidants.

Turmeric : The golden spice, anti-inflammatory, anti-depressant boosts mental and physical wellbeing.

Ginger : Anti inflammatory, aids digestion, regulates blood sugar

Tulsi : Holy basil – fights allergies and infections, chock full of antioxidants, keeps the respiratory system healthy.

Ashwagandha : Boosts immunity, anti-depressant, boosts mental and physical agility, supports a healthy reproductive system for both men and women.

Brahmi : Contains antioxidants, especially beneficial for mental health and prevention of the onset of degenerative diseases, anti-inflammatory.

Green Cardamom : Contains essential vitamins and minerals, especially good for the respiratory system.

Black Pepper : Antibacterial, aids digestion, enhances bioavailability of nutrients

Cinnamon : Boosts immunity, anti-inflammatory, regulates blood sugar

Star Anise : Aids digestion, alleviates flu and cold symptoms

 Ajwain : Aids digestion, alleviates pain, helps in treating common cold.

This winter, make the most of every moment – bright or dark, cold or warm. Stay fit, stay healthy!

Ammiji’s Chai Masala 100 gms

Classic Homemade Chai Masala

Chai is an inseparable part of Indian life. Probably the most popular drink if the Indian subcontinent we all have our very special relationship with us. But then for some of us, it is like a ‘Ritual’ something sacred that we all look forward to and our Ammi Ji’s Chai masala is an ode, an offering in that Ritual. This blend is designed to elevate your Chai to the sacredness it deserves.

Made from the finest ingredients, and packed at home, this masala comes straight from Ammiji’s kitchen. Once you start adding it to your tea, you can’t have your tea without it. Yes, it’s that addictive. We recommend adding it to kheer, pancakes, ice creams, custard, cakes, and even nimbu paani! We know because our customers have told us so.

Ingredients:

Green cardamom, cinnamon, star anise

Net Weight:

100 gm

Shelf Life:

12 months

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.

Classic Homemade Chai Masala
Ammiji’s Classic Chai Masala by Masala Monk.
Add the right flavor and colour to your chai
Taste the best tea with Masala Monk’s Chai Masala
Chai masala powder straight from Ammiji’s kitchen
A chai lover’s must-have
This is a homemade product, using finest spices.

 

Can be used for so many things other than chai!!
Make the best chai at home
Exactly the way we Indians want our chai.
For the perfect cup of chai
A blend of finest quality spices

Now also Available :

Digestoin, immunity or vitality?
A cup of chai is all you need to boost immunity or vitality or maybe to just keep your digestion under control.
For your Energy Booster chai
Energize your day with your morning cup of tea
Immunity boosting chai masala
How about you boost your energy with every sip of chai?
One for digestion
A correct blend of aroma and health.

 

Ammiji’s bag of magic holds more chai masala options. To try them all, grab our Ammiji’s Chai Masala Sampler Box.

 

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Note

  • Since all our products are handcrafted in small batches, 7-14 days is standard processing time.
  • Your order might get delayed depending on the location you are in. Though we work with multiple courier partners however there always are slow delivery zones.
  • Since we ship food items, sometimes we have to opt for slower shipping methods.
  • Your order is 100% secure. Either the item gets delivered to you or you get a refund – including all the taxes and shipping charges.
  • Some products have a special Delivery date – like a pickle which goes out in batches or some special edition food item – do check the product page for more details on that.
  • Last but not least – we are slow people in business of #SlowFood. Kindly be slow and kind to us 🙂
  • This is a Homemade blend processed and packaged by Family whose recipe it is 🙂