“Kos kos par paani badle, Aatth kos par bani/ bees kos par pagdi badle, tees kos par dhani”
– (Bhartendu Harischandra)
India with 28 states and 8 Union territories is blessed with diverse culture, languages and food reflecting the rich history of various regions and cultures.
Eat Right Basket is making efforts to bring this variety of tradition and taste to your kitchen with our range of ready to use spice mixes that bring a rainbow of tastes and flavours to your kitchen.
Introducing to you this symphony of spice mixes that can help you create diversity and make your family enjoy home cooked food the most –
Masalebhat: Adding Masalebhat to your food is an age old art of eating simple and good food. Traditionally, Masalebhath is used as a spice mix which is used to accompany and add taste to plain and simple boiled rice. Add dollops of desi cow ghee to plain boiled rice and mix it with Masalebhath spice mix. Eat it steaming hot and enjoy this simple yet nutritious food.
Ingredients – This carefully crafted blend of premium spices includes coriander seeds, cumin seeds, mustard seeds, fenugreek seeds, fennel seeds, clove, pepper, cardamom, black cardamom, black cumin, bay leaf, cinnamon, and red chilli. Each ingredient is thoughtfully selected to bring out the authentic taste and aroma that will tantalize your taste buds.
Bisibellibhat Masala: Bisibelebath is a traditional recipe of Karnataka considered to have been developed in the royal kitchen of Mysore Raja. Bisi Bele Bhath literally means – Hot Lentil Rice Dish. This is made using generous quantity of water so that it has a gooey texture and flowing consistency. Coconut is tje key ingredient in this dish and so it is main ingredient in our spice mix as well.
Ingredients – Desiccated coconut, coriander seeds, cumin, red chilli, cloves, chickpea split, black gram, fenugreek seeds and coconut oil.
Add seasonal veggies to this bhath dish and tamarind water to youryour taste. Add some cashew nuts while tempering to give it a royal treatment. Enjoy home made Bisi Bele Bhath and enjoy with your family.
Kashmiri Masala Tikki: Masala Tikki also known as Vaer as it is known is a spice marinade commonly used in Kashmiri cuisine. It is also used in Wazwan by the Kashmiri Chefs (Waza, in Kashmiri). Vaer is an essential ingredient in Wazwan (a multi course meal prepared during wedding functions) and imparts a distinct flavor and aroma to any recipe it is added to. In Kashmiri tradition – women would prepare these Tikkis themselves as it is considered very auspicious especially during wedding festivities. They would place it in a thaali (Plate) as Vaaer Zung along with rice, a packet of salt and some cash and hand this over as a mark of respect to the head cook or Waaza as soon as he starts cooking for the feast.
This Masala tikki or Vaaer reflects and represents the essence of Kashmiri cuisine. It is made of a measured combination of spices like clove, jeera, red chilly powder, saunf powder, saunth powder, Methraa (Fenugreek seeds), a pinch of Turmeric, Garam Masala, Heeng (Asafoetida) and Rohunn (Garlic) essentially. This Masala Tikki is also particularly liked by those who do not prefer pungent Garlic flavour in their food, yet would love to have it because of its taste and medicinal property.
In the fast moving life of urban families, this masala tikki comes very handy for the ones who cook. Without much ado you can make delicious feast for your friends and family, eat home cooked food and enjoy.
Chaat Masala: Chaat is one of the most popular snacks of India. Different cities serve this traditional and unique delicacy in their own favourite style and combination, for eg. – Tomato Chat of Varanasi, Matar Chat of Lucknow, Papdi chaat of Agra, Ragda Patties of Mumbai, Amrood Chat of Kolkata, Sev Puri, Bhel puri in Mumbai etc Chaat Masala enhance the taste of the food served.
Our Chaat masala is a perfect blend of Black salt, Coriander, Cumin, Black Pepper, Fennel, Mace, Asafoetida, Mint Powder, Carom seeds and Amchoor. With its choice of spices used, Chaat Masala is helpful in digestion. Sprinkle some on any combination of cut fruits/ boiled potatoes/ Salad bowl and enjoy a healthy meal. Little bit of imagination and your kids will come running to their food plate.
Sambhar Masala: Sambar is one of the most famous, traditional and healthy staple dish of all the states in south India. This is a carefully chosen mix of lentils and vegetables that provides a complete solution for a healthy and nutritious diet. It is served along with Idli, Rice, Dosa, Iddiyappam, Vada and so many accompaniments.
Our Sambar Masala is prepared by a traditional kitchen and it stands apart from all the available run of the mill masalas. The key ingredients are – Chana daal, Urad daal, Tur Daal, Coriander Seeds, Cumin Seeds, Mustard Seeds, Fenugreek Seeds, Red chillies, Curry Leaves, Turmeric Stick, Asafoetida, Black Pepper.
Prepare your own Millet Idli Sambhar combo at home using Millet Idli/ Dosa Batter (ready to use) and Sambar Powder available at Eat Right Basket and enjoy a sumptuous meal with your family.
Sabji Masala: Sabji, is a term used for preparing dry veggies in a mix of spices (particular to any region in India). Sabji or Sabzi as it is known is normally paired with chapatti or eaten in combination with any Daal and /rice. This is normally the staple food more popular in north India.
Our Sabji Masala is a perfect combination of spices like- coriander seeds, turmeric, cumin seeds, clove, kashmiri red chilli, dry Mango powder, cinnamon, asafoetida, nutmeg, dry ginger, green cardamom, onion powder and black pepper, a perfect combination of various main and side spices.
Use this single masala mix to prepare your veggies dish without much botheration and enjoy good food at home.
Khichdi Masala: Khichdi is a nutritional superstar which is light and easy to digest Indian dish made with rice and daal. The combination of rice, lentils, ghee and Khichdi mix provides you carbohydrates, proteins, dietary fibre, Vitamin C, calcium, magnesium. This also helps to build immunity and help to avoid getting sick.
Our Khichdi masala is a blend of coriander seeds, cumin seeds, mustard seedss, fenugreek seeds, clove pepper, cardamom, black cardamom, black cumin, bay leaf cinnamon and Red Chilli. This gives extra flavors and taste to this superfood.
Metkut Powder: Metkut is a recipe from traditional Maharastrian cuisine but is also polpular in Karnataka. It is dry condiment- a powder made from pulses, spices such as cumin, dry ginger, turmeric and cloves. Metkut powder is a great substitute for monotonous rice daal.
Ingredients: Chana Daal, Urad Daal, Moong Daal, Rice, Khapli Wheat, Mustard, Cumin, Dry Chilli, Coriander Seeds, Fenugreek Seeds, Turmeric Stick, Dry Ginger Powder, Nutmeg, Clove, Pepper and Asafoetida.
Indian food has been known worldwide for its richness of spices and traditional wisdom for good health. Eat Right Basket strives to bring such wise food and rich ingredients to your kitchen so that the skill of cooking a healthy meal at home continues unhindered for generations to come. This is a treasure we must take pride in.
