Homemade Chhole Masala Powder | Authentic Spicy Chana Masala 🌶️🍛

Homemade Chhole Masala Powder

Elevate your Chhole/Chana Curry with this homemade Chhole Masala Powder – a perfect blend of aromatic whole spices and tangy flavors. This masala gives your chickpea curry a restaurant-style taste with the right balance of spice, aroma, and depth.

Ingredients for Chhole Masala Powder

• Bay Leaf – 1

• Cinnamon Stick – 1 inch

• Cloves – 6 to 7

• Green Cardamoms – 4

• Black Cardamom – 1

• Coriander Seeds – 4 tbsp

• Cumin Seeds – 2 tbsp

• Fennel Seeds – 1 tsp

• Black Peppercorns – 1 tsp

• Dry Red Chilies – 6 to 8 (adjust spice level)

• Dry Ginger Powder – 1 tsp

• Amchur (Dry Mango Powder) – 2 tsp

• Black Salt – 1 tsp

• Regular Salt – 1 tsp (optional)

• Nutmeg Powder – a pinch (optional, for extra aroma)

Preparation Method

1. Roast Whole Spices – In a dry pan, roast bay leaf, cinnamon, cloves, cardamoms, black cardamom, coriander, cumin, fennel, black pepper, and red chilies on low flame until aromatic.

2. Cool Completely – Allow roasted spices to cool completely for better grinding.

3. Grind into Fine Powder – Use a blender/mixer to grind the spices into a smooth powder.

4. Mix in Powders – Add dry ginger powder, amchur, black salt, regular salt, and nutmeg (if using). Mix thoroughly.

5. Store Fresh – Transfer to an airtight container. Stays fresh for 2–3 months.

How to Use Chhole Masala Powder

• Add 1–2 tsp while preparing Chhole/Chana Curry for authentic restaurant-style flavor.

• Works perfectly in Rajma, Kala Chana, or mixed legume curries.

• Can also be used in snack items like chana chaat for a tangy, spicy kick.

Why Make Chhole Masala at Home?

✅ Fresh, preservative-free, and aromatic
✅ Balanced tangy-spicy flavor for chickpea curries
✅ Easy to store and versatile for other legume dishes
✅ Brings restaurant-style Chhole taste at home