What is ghati masala made of?

Ghati masala commonly contains red chillies, coriander, black pepper, cloves, cinnamon, sesame and other whole spices. Recipes vary by region and maker.

How is ghati masala different from other masalas?

It is a Maharashtrian regional blend known for a bold, fiery and earthy flavour, particularly compared with the milder, sweeter profile of goda masala.

Is ghati masala spicy?

Yes. It typically uses spicy chillies, so expect a red-hot curry perfect for meat dishes during Gatari Amavasya 2026. The exact heat level varies according to the type and quantity of red chillies used.

Is ghati masala the same as kanda lasun masala?

Not necessarily. The two terms are used interchangeably, and both are fiery and a garlic-onion spice blend, but ghat masala refers to a particular region and can use less onion, while kanda lasum malasa gives weightage to onion.

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Ghati Masala Blend

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This Gatari Amavasya 2026, Spice Up Meat Curries With The Fiery
Ghati Masala Blend

Name: This Gatari Amavasya 2026, Spice Up Meat Curries With The Fiery ~Ghati Masala Blend~
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 20–25 Dried red chillies (Bedgi or Byadgi); 10 Dried red chillies (the hot and spicy variety); 3 tablespoons Whole coriander seeds; 2 tablespoons Cumin seeds; 1 tablespoon Fennel seeds; 1 teaspoon Black peppercorns; 6–8 Cloves; 2 pieces Cinnamon (1 inch each); 2 Bay leaves; 2 Black cardamom; 4 Green cardamom; 1 piece Mace; ¼ Nutmeg; 1 small piece Dried ginger; 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder; ½ cup Fresh coconut (dried and lightly roasted); 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds; 1 tablespoon Poppy seeds; 15–20 Garlic cloves (with the skin on); 2 tablespoons Oil (for roasting); 1 teaspoon Salt (for preservation)

50 mins

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Easy

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Gluten free

Diet

Gatari Amavasya 2026 starts with feasting, including non-vegetarian dishes before a period of abstinence follows with Shravan. In Maharashtra, a range of spice blends exist, and some are well-suited for making meat curries; ghati masala is one of them. If you are holding a feast this Amavasya or new moon, then you must try this complex spice blend that is fiery, nutty and spicy to flavour your chicken and mutton curries and make that flavour truly pop through a fresh blend of masala. The hint is in the name itself; ‘ghati’ refers to the mountains along the Western Ghats of the Konkan region, in Maharashtra. So, the cooking typical of such regions is spice-based, and local recipes vary by household, with different homes adding their own special touch to the masala blend by changing the ratios of the spices. Its connection to Gatari Amavasya 2026 and beyond centres on the end of Ashadha and is part of Maharashtra's food traditions. So, for Gatari Amavasya 2026, most homes tend to have a big feast before Shravan begins, and non-vegetarian food and alcohol are given up for that period as part of the month's religious observances. Batch-make this masala blend, just enough to use up for the occasion, as certain spices like red chillies and turmeric, as well as salt, are not permitted for consumption during Sawan season.

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UNITSIngredients

20–25Dried red chillies (Bedgi or Byadgi)

10Dried red chillies (the hot and spicy variety)

3 tablespoonsWhole coriander seeds

2 tablespoonsCumin seeds

1 tablespoonFennel seeds

1 teaspoonBlack peppercorns

6–8Cloves

2 piecesCinnamon (1 inch each)

2Bay leaves

2Black cardamom

4Green cardamom

1 pieceMace

¼Nutmeg

1 small pieceDried ginger

1 teaspoonTurmeric powder

½ cupFresh coconut (dried and lightly roasted)

2 tablespoonsSesame seeds

1 tablespoonPoppy seeds

15–20Garlic cloves (with the skin on)

2 tablespoonsOil (for roasting)

1 teaspoonSalt (for preservation)

Ghati Masala Blend

This Gatari Amavasya 2026, Spice Up Meat Curries With The Fiery Ghati Masala Blend

Ingredients

This Gatari Amavasya 2026, Spice Up Meat Curries With The Fiery
Ghati Masala Blend