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The discussion centers around the use of Kashmiri Masala in various curries, with participants sharing their experiences and preferences. Some members recommend using it in dishes like Roghan Josh and Balti, while others caution against using it in a Madras due to its strong flavor that can overpower the dish. There is a general consensus that Kashmiri Masala can enhance certain recipes, but its application should be approached with care to maintain balance in flavors.

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Offline CardiffCurrylad

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Uses for KASHMIRI MASALA
« on: June 12, 2012, 12:03 AM »
After talking to a BIR chef who mentioned he adds Kashmiri Masala to his madras I inevitably went out and bought a box. I am now intrigued as to whether anyone has added this to their curries! :-\
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Re: Uses for KASHMIRI MASALA
« Reply #1 on: June 12, 2012, 01:53 AM »
Hi CCL, I don't know Kashmiri "Masala", but I do use Kashmiri Chilli Powder in my Madras. Used it once and never went back. Its a pinkish-red box from MDH.

Are you talking about the same thing, or a spice mix?

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Offline colin grigson

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Re: Uses for KASHMIRI MASALA
« Reply #2 on: June 12, 2012, 06:08 AM »
I recall that Razor uses Kashmiri masala paste in his excellent kebabs .. I don't know if it's the same stuff as you have though CCL    :)
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Re: Uses for KASHMIRI MASALA
« Reply #3 on: June 12, 2012, 06:44 AM »
As well as Razors kebabs the Pataks kashmiri masala paste is used in cwg's onion bhaji
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Re: Uses for KASHMIRI MASALA
« Reply #4 on: June 12, 2012, 07:02 AM »
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Offline Naga

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« Reply #5 on: June 12, 2012, 09:49 AM »
Dalpuri has also posted an excellent recipe for the Zaal Restaurant's Red Masala Paste which uses Kashmiri Masala Paste.
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Re: Uses for KASHMIRI MASALA
« Reply #6 on: June 12, 2012, 10:08 AM »
Or maybe CCL means Kashmiri Bassar Masala?  :P

and if so, Yes many times. I love it!  ;D

Frank.


p.s. on the subject of Kashmiri chilli powder. Be aware of the ingredients list as some brands are a "blend" and not pure
       Kashmiri chillies.  e.g. MDH brand is a blend.  ;)
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Re: Uses for KASHMIRI MASALA
« Reply #7 on: June 12, 2012, 02:22 PM »
Hi CCL
Kashmiri Masala is a very strong paste and can overpower the other flavours of a curry.

I wouldn't use it in a Madras, because Madras doesn't need these extra spices or the Kashmiri after taste.
But I would use it in a spicy Roghan Josh and Balti, or any Lamb or Beef curry where I want strong enhanced flavours.

I've never seen a Chef use this directly in a curry, but I have watched a sous chef
using a touch of it, to spice up a Tikka stir fry and Katti kebab.

On the other hand, I really enjoy inventing new curries using flavour enhancers,
especially from the boxed selection in the Asian Supermarkets.

Did you buy the boxed MANGAL brand Kashmiri Masala, as I use it and its stronger
than Pataks. I empty the pouch and mix the stiff paste with veg oil and store it in an airtight container.

I do the same with their Kheema Masala paste, as I think it will go off if you just leave it in the pouch.

cheers Chewytikka
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Re: Uses for KASHMIRI MASALA
« Reply #8 on: June 12, 2012, 04:13 PM »
Quote from: chewytikka on June 12, 2012, 02:22 PM

On the other hand, I really enjoy inventing new curries using flavour enhancers,
especially from the boxed selection in the Asian Supermarkets.

Hi Chewy,

Do you have a decent recipe for a Chicken Chaat at all please? One of my favourite starters and I bought a box of "Shan" Chaat Masala mix, but need a recipe :)

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Re: Uses for KASHMIRI MASALA
« Reply #9 on: June 12, 2012, 04:58 PM »
Quote from: 976bar on June 12, 2012, 04:13 PM
Quote from: chewytikka on June 12, 2012, 02:22 PM

On the other hand, I really enjoy inventing new curries using flavour enhancers,
especially from the boxed selection in the Asian Supermarkets.

Hi Chewy,

Do you have a decent recipe for a Chicken Chaat at all please? One of my favourite starters and I bought a box of "Shan" Chaat Masala mix, but need a recipe :)
I haven't tried this Bob but if the pre-cooked chicken, staff curry and tikka marinade are anything to go by it should be good ;).  I suspect the special spice is IFFU spice mix with Jalpur GM

https://curry-recipes.co.uk/curry/index.php?topic=2904.msg26096#msg26096
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