★★☆☆☆
Not quite what I expected
I was looking for a more balanced tandoori flavor. This blend leans heavily into the smoky and spicy notes, making the sweetness and sourness less prominent. It wasn't quite the traditional profile I was hoping for.
Diaspora Co.
Tandoori Masala
$42.00
● In stock
Size
190g Chef Tin
- Perfect balance of 5 distinct flavors
- Crafted from 16 single-origin spices
- Dynamic kick with added aroma
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About this item
Sourced from 40 small regenerative family farms across India and Sri Lanka, our Tandoori Masala includes 16 single-origin, freshly-harvested spices for a perfect balance of spicy, sour, sweet, earthy, and umami flavors. Featuring turmeric, cumin, and coriander for earthiness; salt, garlic, and ginger for a wide, flavorful base; Byadgi Chillies for a dynamic kick and added aroma and brightness; amchur for tartness; black cardamom and Sirārakhong Hāthei Chillies for smokiness; jaggery for sweetness; and cinnamon, green cardamom, fenugreek leaves, and saffron for richness. The spices are blended, and any added heat or fire will wake up those flavors and let them fully absorb into your dish. Whether you use yours in a dry rub or a yogurt-based marinade; chicken, beef, shrimp, paneer, or veggies; with a grill, oven, or stove — our Tandoori Masala plays well with a range of flavors, fats, and forms of heat. Ingredients: Amchur, Jodhana Cumin , Surya Salt , Nandini Coriander , Pragati Turmeric , Madhur Jaggery , Pahadi Pink Garlic , Black Cardamom, Sirārakhong Hāthei Chilli , Nagauri Paan Methi, Byadgi Chilli , Peni Miris Cinnamon , Makhir Ginger , Baraka Cardamom , Kashmiri Saffron , Cockscomb Flowers
Specifications
| Best For | Tandoori dishes, marinades, grilled meats, vegetables |
|---|---|
| Size Options | 6.7 oz (190 g) Chef Tin |
| Flavor Profile | Spicy, sour, sweet, earthy, umami, smoky |
| Key Ingredients | Turmeric, Cumin, Coriander, Salt, Garlic, Ginger, Chillies, Amchur, Saffron |
| Dietary Features | 16 single-origin spices, regeneratively farmed |
Customer reviews
What customers say: This Tandoori Masala is celebrated for its authentic, complex, and vibrant flavor, elevating dishes with its unique balance of spicy, sweet, earthy, and smoky notes. A few users wish for a larger tin or a slightly milder spice level.
★★★★★
Excellent taste for everything
I've put this on chicken, lamb, and even roasted potatoes, and it's fantastic every time.
★★★★☆
Great spice, small tin
This Tandoori Masala offers an incredibly rich and complex flavor. The mix of spicy chillies, earthy cumin, and bright coriander is very well done. My only minor complaint is the tin size; it runs out faster than I'd like given how much I enjoy using it.
★★★★☆
Robust and flavorful
This masala brings a robust and very flavorful punch to my cooking, especially for grilling. The smoky cardamom is strong, which is a good thing if you like that profile. It's a fantastic blend, though I'd prefer a touch less heat sometimes.
★★★★★
Authentic and fresh
You can genuinely taste the freshness of each spice in this blend. It's bright, aromatic, and provides an authentic tandoori flavor that's hard to replicate with other masalas. I've used it on lamb and chicken, and it's always a hit.