Description: This unique seasoning blend used is commonly referred to as Tandoori Masala, Tandoori Spice or Tandoori Rub. A masala is a mixture of spices. Our Tandoori Spice mix is a classic blend of fragrant spices specially selected to help you create mouth-watering tandoori dishes. If you love the taste of tandoori chicken and chicken tikka masala, then our Tandoori Spice will help you create these dishes at home.

Interesting Fact: Did you know that tandoori gets its name from the oven that the dish is cooked in, known as a tandoor? It is made of clay and is cylindrical in shape and can reach temperatures of up to 480°C (900°F), this method of cooking dates back to 3000 B.C. Cooking food in this style of oven gives it a smokey flavour that partners well with the rich spices used. This style of cooking is found in the Indian, Pakistan and Afghan regions. As with most masalas and curries of this area, the recipes vary from village to village and even family to family. Other dishes cooked in this way include Naan bread, chicken tikka, paneer tikka, samosas and kebabs. 

Organic ingredients are in bold

Hand mix ingredients:  Saffron, Cumin, Tumeric, Fenugreek, Cassia, Onion, Ginger, Paprika, Black Pepper, Chilli, Garlic, Cloves, Nutmeg, Celery, Cardamom, Parsley, Spearmint, Coriander, Sea Salt.

Packaging: This blend weight 50 gram and comes in a sealed Eco-friendly Kraft paper stand up pouch with reusable zip lock - The shelf life of two years provided that goods are stored in an airtight container in ambient conditions.

Allergy Advice: This product contains chilli, ginger and black pepper which contains naturally occurring sources of salicylates and is best avoided by people eating a salicylate free diet.

Suggested use: This versatile spice blend can be used to coat chicken and ‘meaty’ fish prior to grilling, add to plain yoghurt to make a perfect marinade for chicken and meat based dishes or use citrus juice such as lemon or lime and a little olive oil. Sprinkle on to potato wedges prior to baking for a spicy twist, add to dips and chutneys, the mix can also be added to naan bread and chapatti mixes to add a little spice. We also use it as a dry rub or as a flavouring for a simple curry dish with coconut milk. Unlike most Tandoori Masala blends, ours has no artificial colour