Thanda Masala / Cold Masala – A spice mix

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Thanda Masala has a very unique taste and elevates the deliciousness of the dish. Used in selective dishes, this spice is our family recipe.
Thanda masala
 Thanda  masala can be used  in many recipes like Matar ki Chaat , Ande Ka Salan,  Khichda and so on. And you guys have been asking what is  Thanda Masala ?   Actually this masala is an invention of my dearest Mother in Law. Used in very small quantities it gives a distinctive taste to the dish and would be completely proper to say it elevates the taste of the dish.

Thanda Masala
. Thanda Masala  meaning cold masala. It is called as the two spices used in this masala  are known to have cold soothing effect ( In Urdu we say thandi taaseer hai en masalo ki ). Spices used are Bay leaves & Samundari jhaal (stone flower in english) These  two ingredients roasted in a tiny bit of oil to take out the flavors to maximum. And then cools & grounded to a fine powder. Thanda masala can be stocked up to year in an airtight container.

To the recipe

Ingredients

200 gm Bay leaves
50 gm Samundari jhaal / stone flower/ Dagad ka phool/ Pathar ka phool
1 tbsp of oil

Method

  1. Heat a heavy bottom pan.  Add in 1/2 tbsp of oil followed by  bay leaves and roast till light change in color. Remove and cool
  2. Heat the remaining 1/2 tbsp oil.  add in the samundari jhaal and roast for about 5 minutes. Remove & cool.
  3. Note: Both the spices are roasted in low medium heat.
  4. When completely cool ground to powder.
  5. Seive it to get a fine powder.
  6. Store in an airtight container  & use as required.
  7. Stays upto a year in the fridge

Yields 100 gm

Thanda Masala – A spice mix

Thanda Masala has a very unique taste and elevates the deliciousness of the dish. Used in selective dishes, this spice is our family recipe.

10 minCook Time

10 minTotal Time

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Ingredients

  • 200 gm Bay leaves
  • 50 gm Samundari jhaal / stone flower/ Dagad ka phool/ Pathar ka phool
  • 1 tbsp of oil

Instructions

  1. Heat a heavy bottom pan.
  2. Add in 1/2 tbsp of oil followed by bay leaves and roast till light change in color.
  3. Remove and cool
  4. Heat the remaining 1/2 tbsp add in the samundari jhaal and roast for about 5 minutes.
  5. Remove & cool.
  6. When completely cool ground to powder.
  7. Seive it to get a fine powder.
  8. Store in an airtight container & use as required.
  9. Stays upto a year in the fridge

Notes

Both the spices are roasted in low medium heat. Can be stocked up to a year

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UPDATED:
From all the queries , I have received regarding samundari jhaal , I  am adding the picture of it for better understanding . Samundari jhaal also known as dagad phool  or stone flower or pathar ka phool. This spice is mostly used in maharashtrian cuisine mainly in Kala or Goda Masala.
Thanda Masala

15 thoughts on “Thanda Masala / Cold Masala – A spice mix

  1. This masala from your mum in law I am sure can jazz up a lot of dishes.. :)
    I am going to pass this recipe on to my mumma
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  2. What is samundari jal? spice blend looks good. Can almost smell the aroma :) , havent forgotten your request, will be sending you the post soon, insha allah
  3. Please google Dagad Phool Nava. Hope u get a clear idea about this spice. I am sure some Indian store will definitely have this spice. I used to get it from India . Since a year only, I have seen Indian store stocking up this spice in Dubai.
  4. Thanda Masala is an actual type of masala prepared in Bihar/UP.. More specifically Kayastha families. Its made with Garlic, Crushed mustard, Coriander powder, and green chillies. We usually make fish curry (Rohu/Katla), or Aaloo Sem ki sabji, Besan ke Chilla ki Sabji
    1. Thanks for sharing this information Sanchit. I was introduced to this masala by my mother in law. She is originally from Vidharb, Maharashtra. I would definitely try your version too. I am always curious to know the authentic food habits of different regions of India.

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