Peshawari Karahi Masala

Peshawari Karahi Masala is a robust ground blend of coriander, cumin, black pepper, red chillies, ginger, garlic and turmeric. It is bold, spicy and earthy, with a warm kick from the chillies and pepper, depth from the garlic and ginger, and a subtle richness and colour from the turmeric.

It is stronger and fuller-bodied than a standard karahi masala, reflecting the cooking of Peshawar and the culinary heritage of northern Pakistan and the neighbouring Afghan regions.

How to use it

Add one to two teaspoons during cooking, ideally with fresh tomatoes, garlic and oil, to build a thick, aromatic karahi base, and adjust the quantity to the spice level you want. It suits chicken, beef and lamb. Start at the lower end and taste as you go; this blend carries noticeably more heat than a standard karahi masala.

The shaker jar

The jar option is packed in a clear 8 oz shaker jar made from lightweight, food-safe PET, so the colour and texture of the blend are visible at a glance. The flip-top cap opens to a three-hole sifter for an even sprinkle straight over the pan, the grill or the plate, and closes again with a simple press. A pressure-sensitive liner seals the jar until first use, and the fitted cap keeps the blend fresh between uses. When a recipe calls for a measured spoonful, simply unscrew the cap; the wide mouth takes a teaspoon with ease. Once empty, the jar is easy to refill with your next Ameen blend and makes a practical home for dried herbs, chilli flakes, sesame seeds or homemade rubs. Hand wash only.

Details

Also known as

Peshawari Karahi Masala, Peshawari-Style Karahi Spice Blend, Karahi Masala