Black Chicken Masala

Traditionally handmade Black Chicken Masala is a culinary masterpiece of the deep-roasting tradition, specifically designed to create a rustic, “soul-food” style curry. This masala is defined by its dark, moody profile and an earthy intensity that pays homage to village-style cooking. Crafted with uncompromising purity, it is 100% natural, containing no chemicals, no synthetic preservatives, and no artificial flavorings.

The Artisanal Crafting Process
The soul of a Black Chicken Masala lies in the “Tan” (the roasting)

The “Deep-Char” Roasting: Unlike standard masalas where spices are lightly toasted, this blend involves individually roasting spices—including Black Peppercorns, Black Cardamom, and Cumin—until they reach a deep, dark mahogany. This caramelizes the natural sugars and oils within the spices, creating a natural “charred” flavor profile.

Sun-Cured Earthiness: Ingredients like Stone Flower (Kalpasi) and dried curry leaves are sun-cured to ensure they retain their brittle texture. When ground, these provide the “black” flecks and the complex, forest-like aroma that defines this specific regional delicacy.

Iron Pounding: Because the spices have already been subjected to high roasting temperatures, they are extremely fragile. We use a traditional slow-grinding method to ensure the high oil content of the roasted coconut and peppercorns doesn’t overheat, preventing the masala from turning bitter or losing its pungent “kick.”

Sensory Experience & Flavor Profile
Appearance: A striking, dark charcoal-brown with a slightly coarse, rustic texture. Its color is entirely organic—a result of the deep-roasting process—with zero added charcoal or synthetic “Black” dyes.

Aroma: Intensely smoky and woody. It leads with the sharp, nose-tingling scent of roasted black pepper, followed by the mossy, earthy fragrance of stone flower. The Purity Standard (Zero Additives)

This Black Chicken Masala is a testament to the power of traditional spice-craft:

No Artificial Colorants: Many “Black” masalas in the market use dyes or burnt starch to achieve their color. Our color is 100% spice-derived, ensuring you get the health benefits of antioxidants along with the flavor.

No Anti-Caking Agents: We use no silicon dioxide. The rich, slightly oily texture is a sign of the high quality of the peppercorns and roasted seeds used.

No MSG or Fillers: This is a 100% active spice blend. We do not bulk our product with salt or rice husk, meaning you only need a small amount to achieve an intense, restaurant-quality “Kala” (Black) curry.