{"id":4968,"date":"2022-08-26T11:22:30","date_gmt":"2022-08-26T03:22:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.alienrecipes.com\/?p=4968"},"modified":"2022-12-22T15:05:00","modified_gmt":"2022-12-22T07:05:00","slug":"chaat-masala-vs-garam-masala-which-one-should-i-have-in-my-kitchen","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.alienrecipes.com\/chaat-masala-vs-garam-masala-which-one-should-i-have-in-my-kitchen\/","title":{"rendered":"Chaat Masala vs Garam Masala: Which One Should I Have in My Kitchen?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Masala blends are used in a variety of Indian dishes but between chaat masala vs garam masala, which one should you use in your kitchen? In this article, we will explore both of these Indian spices to find out which one might be more convenient depending on what kind of dishes you like to cook. Ready to find out more? Let’s get to it! <\/p>\n\n\n\n
While they may sound similar, garam masala and chaat masala are actually quite different. They are similar in that they are used in savory dishes, but that is pretty much where the similarities end. Let’s take a look at how they differ. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Firstly, both blends contain a different combination of spices, however, a couple of them are the same. For a more detailed explanation, we have put together a table below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n As you can see, the only similarity is the presence of coriander and cumin. So how are each of these masala blends used?<\/p>\n\n\n\n Garam masala is often used to spice up curries and other Indian dishes. Chaat masala, on the other hand, is used as a condiment and is sprinkled on top of finished dishes and other savory snacks. <\/p>\n\n\n\nChaat Masala Spices <\/strong><\/td> Garam Masala Spices<\/strong><\/td><\/tr> Cumin seeds<\/td> Coriander seeds <\/td><\/tr> Coriander seeds <\/td> Cumin seeds <\/td><\/tr> Dried mint <\/td> Ginger <\/td><\/tr> Fennel seeds <\/td> Turmeric <\/td><\/tr> Black salt powder <\/td> Kashmiri red chilies <\/td><\/tr> Dry Mango powder <\/td> Black cardamom <\/td><\/tr> Ajwain seeds <\/td> Cinnamon <\/td><\/tr> Ground black pepper <\/td> Nutmeg<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n