Spice It, Grill It, Dip It

A guide to our handcrafted spice blends and chutneys—plus tasty, creative ways to bring them to your table.

May 17, 2025

Spice It, Grill It, Dip It: Your Summer Flavor Guide

The sizzle of summer, the aroma of grilled spices, and a table full of flavor — this is the season we wait for: a time for gathering, grilling, and sharing food with family and friends.

Here are some of our favorite ways to spice up your summer table with our spice blends and chutneys!

🌶Smoked Tandoori Masala–The Grill Hero

Use as a rub for salmon with a touch of salt and lemon juice
Mix with yogurt, lemon juice, ginger and garlic paste for a quick marinade for chicken, mutton, lamb or tofu
Toss with roasted potatoes, grilled cauliflower, or mixed vegetables with salt and a squeeze of lemon juice
Try our Tandoori Chicken Pastry Bites with Beecher's Cheese ( Recipe on website)

Quick Fix: Tandoori Paneer or Halloumi Skewers

Cut into cubes and marinate with mustard oil, yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, salt, and smoked tandoori masala
Skewer with peppers and onions
Grill for 3-4 minutes, and serve with tamarind and date chutney.

🐟 Fish Masala–Zesty, Spicy, Full of Flavor

Rub on white fish with a marinade of ginger-garlic paste, salt, chopped cilantro, and our fish masala (Recipe on website)
Stir into daal for the perfect hint of tangy heat.
Use in vegetable sabzi or as a base for chicken marinade

🌟 Chaat Masala – The Ultimate Flavor Booster

Add to mint lemonade
Sprinkle on fruit salad, daal, vegetables, French fries, eggs, soups, or salad dressings.

Biryani Masala–Fragrant, Intense, Iconic

Add to biryani or rich, slow-cooked gravies for that signature aroma and depth.

Garam Masala – Small Pinch, Big Impact

Freshly ground, aromatic, and bold—elevates everything from curries to desserts
Try it in our Garam Masala Carrot Cake ( Recipe on website)

🔥 Sajji Masala–Earthy & Aromatic, No Heat

This unique blend isn't spicy—it's all about flavor. Made with black salt (kala namak) and dried mango powder, it delivers a mildly salty, zesty, and earthy kick. It adds a depth of flavor to lamb, goat, or chicken—whether you grill it, bake it, or cook it on the stovetop. (Recipe on website)

🫙 Chutneys That Bring It All Together

Tamarind & Date Chutney–Sweet, Tart, with a hint of spice

Brush onto grilled shrimp, chicken wings, or ribs
Mix with chickpeas and potatoes for a summer salad ( Recipe on website)
Drizzle over sandwiches, wraps, or tacos
Serve as a dip with grilled meats

Mango Chutney – Spicy, Sweet, and Tangy

Glaze on fish or chicken, bake, and brush more before serving
Try our recipe for Mango Chutney Glazed Prawns ( on website)
Add to sandwiches, burgers, and wraps
Use as a dip or side with everything

Plum Chutney – Chunky, Sweet, and Mildly Sour and Spicy

Makes a decadent grilled cheese sandwich
Make a quick 10-minute plum cobbler
Blend into a sweet-tart salad dressing

Tomato Chutney – Spicy, Tart & Mildly Sweet

This bold chutney hits all the right notes: spicy, tangy, with a hint of sweetness. It's incredibly versatile—use it as a dip for chips in place of salsa, toss it with pasta, or spread it onto sandwiches, pizza and wraps. It also makes a flavorful base for a gravy—add boiled, sliced eggs and serve with rice or naan.