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    Whisk Affair » Recipes » Spice Mixes » Tikka Masala Spice Mix

    Published: Jan 3, 2022 | Last Updated On: Dec 30, 2022 by Neha Mathur

    Tikka Masala Spice Mix

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    Tikka Masala Spice Mix is a spicy and pungent spice blend that is used to make tikka recipes. Make it at home in just 20 minutes using my easy recipe (vegan, gluten-free).

    Here are some more homemade spice blends that you may like – Achari Masala, Sandwich Masala, Chaat Masala, Chai Masala Powder, Dabeli Masala, Kerala Garam Masala Powder, and Panch Phoran.

    Tikka masala spice kept in a bowl.
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    • About This Spice Mix
    • Ingredients
    • How To Make Tikka Masala Spice
    • Usage Suggestions
    • Storage Suggestions
    • You Might Also Like
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    About This Spice Mix

    Tikka Masala Spice Mix is a spicy and fragrant blend of a few spices and is used to make popular Indian tikka dishes like paneer tikka, chicken tikka, mushroom tikka, fish tikka, etc.

    It is very easy to make at home and comes together in just 20 minutes using simple ingredients.

    Although it is easily available in stores, I always prefer to make it at home. Homemade tikka masala powder is much better than store-bought one because

    • It is made using high-quality ingredients
    • Free of preservatives
    • Free of artificial colors
    • Tastes much better
    • Economical

    This recipe will give you approximately ½ cup of the spice mix. You can half, double, or triple the recipe as per your requirements.

    Ingredients

    This tikka masala is a fine mix of spices such as whole coriander seeds (dhaniya ke beej), cumin seeds (jeera), whole black peppercorns (kalimirch), dry Kashmiri red chilies, whole black cardamoms (badi elaichi), whole green cardamoms (hari elaichi), cinnamon (dalchini), cloves (laung), turmeric powder, dry mango powder (amchoor), and Kashmiri red chili powder.

    Use any dry red chilies that are easily available. I prefer to use Kashmiri dry red chilies as they add beautiful red color to the masala without making it too spicy.

    You can replace Kashmiri red chili powder with paprika powder too.

    How To Make Tikka Masala Spice

    Dry roast

    • 3 tablespoon whole coriander seeds
    • 3 tablespoon cumin seeds
    • 2 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
    • 15-20 whole dry Kashmiri red chilies (stalks removed)
    • 4-5 whole black cardamoms
    • 5-6 whole green cardamoms
    • 2-inch piece of cinnamon stick
    • 5-6 cloves

    on low heat until lightly browned and fragrant (8-10 minutes). Keep stirring continuously while roasting.

    Whole spices added to a pan.
    Roasted spices.

    Remove the pan from the heat and let the ingredients cool down completely.

    Transfer the roasted ingredients to a grinder or a food processor along with

    • ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
    • 2 tablespoon dry mango powder
    • 2 teaspoon Kashmiri red chili powder.

    Grind to make a smooth powder.

    Roasted ingredients added to a grinder along with turmeric powder, chili powder and dry mango powder.

    Store the spice mix in an airtight container and use it as required.

    Ready tikka masala spice.

    Usage Suggestions

    Use this tikka masala to make your favorite tikka appetizer recipes such as chicken tikka, achari paneer tikka, or gravy recipes such as chicken tikka masala, mushroom tikka masala, paneer tikka masala, veg tikka masala, etc.

    You can also use this spice to flavor up your fusion Indian sandwiches and wraps.

    Storage Suggestions

    Tikka masala powder can be made beforehand and stored in a clean and dry airtight container for up to 2-3 months so that it comes in handy when you are preparing one of your favorite tikka recipes.

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    Tikka Masala Spice Mix is a spicy and pungent spice blend that is used to make tikka recipes. Make it at home in just 20 minutes using my easy recipe (vegan, gluten-free).

    Tikka Masala Spice Mix Recipe

    Tikka Masala Spice Mix is a spicy and pungent spice blend that is used to make tikka recipes. Make it at home in just 20 minutes using my easy recipe (vegan, gluten-free).
    4.58 from 21 votes
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    Course: Cooking Basics, Spice Mix
    Cuisine: Indian
    Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Cooling Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 20 minutes
    Servings: 10 people
    Calories: 28kcal
    Author: Neha Mathur

    Ingredients 

    • 3 tablespoons whole coriander seeds (dhaniya seeds)
    • 3 tablespoons cumin seeds (jeera)
    • 2 teaspoons whole black peppercorns (kali mirch)
    • 15-20 whole dry Kashmiri red chilies (stalks removed)
    • 4-5 whole black cardamoms (badi elaichi)
    • 5-6 whole green cardamoms (hari elaichi)
    • 2 inch piece of cinnamon stick (dalchini)
    • 5-6 cloves (laung)
    • ½ teaspoons turmeric powder
    • 2 tablespoons dry mango powder (amchoor)
    • 2 teaspoons Kashmiri red chili powder
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    Instructions

    • Dry roast coriander seeds, cumin seeds, black peppercorns, Kashmiri red chilies, black cardamoms, green cardamoms, cinnamon stick, and cloves on low heat until lightly browned and fragrant (8-10 minutes). Keep stirring continuously while roasting.
    • Remove the pan from the heat and let the ingredients cool down completely.
    • Transfer the roasted ingredients to a grinder or a food processor along with turmeric powder, dry mango powder, and Kashmiri red chili powder.
    • Grind to make a smooth powder.
    • Store the spice mix in an airtight container and use as required.

    Video

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i3UiAF54Ie8

    Notes

    This recipe will give you approximately ½ cup of spice mix. You can half, double or triple the recipe as per your requirements.
    You can use any dry red chilli that you have. Kashmiri red chili gives a very nice bright color to this spice mix and hence I have used it.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 28kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Sodium: 13mg | Potassium: 83mg | Fiber: 1g | Vitamin A: 185IU | Vitamin C: 0.7mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 1.8mg
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    1. Nasra

      February 04, 2019 at 7:51 pm

      5 stars
      Love your reipes

      Reply
      • Neha Mathur

        February 05, 2019 at 2:30 am

        Thnx a lot 🙂

        Reply
    2. Sadie Woolridge

      August 10, 2020 at 2:52 am

      5 stars
      Love this recipe! Mango powder! Can’t wait to taste this.

      Reply
      • Neha Mathur

        August 10, 2020 at 2:58 am

        Do try 🙂

        Reply
    3. JN

      March 17, 2021 at 9:04 am

      I have a question. I like to make my masalas as per use and not leave them sitting around. If I cut this to 1/3 the volume will it be good for a 1 time use? Should I cut it.more or less? Thank you

      Reply
      • Neha Mathur

        March 17, 2021 at 12:39 pm

        You will have to cut it by 1/5th for one time use.

        Reply
        • Naz

          November 18, 2021 at 8:56 pm

          Hello! Will 1/5th be good for 1lbs of boneless chicken?

          Reply
    4. Andri

      December 10, 2021 at 3:02 am

      5 stars
      Love Tula Masal!
      Thank you!
      How to make organic Paneer?

      Reply
      • Neha Mathur

        December 10, 2021 at 6:18 am

        I don’t have a post to make paneer yet. You can check other blogs or buy it from any Indian grocery store.

        Reply
    5. David Sinden

      May 01, 2022 at 6:47 pm

      Would you remove the cardamom seeds from the pods before grinding?

      Reply
      • Neha Mathur

        May 02, 2022 at 5:59 am

        Hi David, no you can grind it whole.

        Reply
    6. Carol

      June 14, 2022 at 1:59 am

      Can you give me the amount I would use in a recipe. I have a bottle already mixed, but can’t find a recipe that says “use 3 TBSP , etc spice mix….

      Reply
      • Neha Mathur

        June 14, 2022 at 4:14 am

        For 1 pound of meat, you can use approximately 2 tbsp of this spice mix.

        Reply
    7. Herb

      July 26, 2022 at 8:11 am

      Mate, that is awesome, thanks for sharing.I’m going to make this masala on the weekend.Cheers luv.

      Reply
      • Paul

        August 12, 2022 at 12:12 pm

        The recipe is very tasty, thanks a lot. Is there a reason you grind 20 Kashmiri chillies and also add later 2 teaspoons of grounded Kashmiri chillies? why not just grind more chillies?

        Reply
        • Neha Mathur

          August 15, 2022 at 1:11 pm

          Sometimes the home ground chilies are not very bright in color. The readymade chili powder gives a nice color to the spice mix in that case.

          Reply

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