MDH Chana Masala 100g

MDH Chana Masala (100g) is perhaps the most iconic spice blend for making authentic North Indian chickpea curry. It is famous for giving Chana Masala its signature dark color and a complex, tangy-spicy flavor profile that defines “Dilli-style” Chole.

Price Guide (February 2026)

The 100g carton is a staple across Indian households and is usually available at a slight discount on major e-grocery apps.

Key Quality Highlights

• The “Amritsari” Edge: This masala is heavy on Dry Mango (Amchoor) and Pomegranate Seeds (Anardana), which provide that essential sourness and dark brownish-black tint to the gravy.

• Complex Aromatics: It features a robust blend of black pepper, ginger, and cumin, but what sets it apart is the hint of nutmeg and mace that provides a warm, lingering aroma.

• Consistency: MDH is legendary for its consistent grind—a fine powder that coats the chickpeas perfectly without making the gravy gritty.

• No Artificial Colors: The deep color comes naturally from the roasted spices and anardana.

Preparation Tips for “Legendary” Chole

1. The Tea Trick: For that dark restaurant look, boil your chickpeas with a couple of tea bags or dried amla pieces.

2. The Sauté: Fry your onions until dark brown (but not burnt) before adding ginger-garlic paste and tomatoes.

3. The Masala Mix: Add 2 tablespoons of MDH Chana Masala to the onion-tomato base.

   Pro-Tip: Sauté the masala on a low flame for a minute until the oil starts to separate—this “blooms” the flavor.

4. The Finish: Once the chickpeas are tender, mash a few of them with the back of your spoon to thicken the gravy, and finish with a big dollop of ghee and ginger juliennes.

Storage Tip: Like most MDH blends, the scent is quite strong. Transfer the powder to an airtight glass jar to prevent it from losing its pungency and to keep its strong aroma from affecting other spices in your rack.