Kolhapuri Masala Recipe (Maharashtrian Masala Chutney Powder)

Step 1: To begin making the Kolhapuri Masala Recipe, the traditional Maharashtrian Masala Chutney, we will first get all the ingredients ready and keep it aside

Step 2: In a heavy bottomed pan, roast all the ingredients in the "Dry Ingredients" list until you can get aromatic smell coming from the spices

Step 3: Once roasted, transfer to another bowl and keep it aside

Step 4: In the same pan, add 2 tablespoons of oil

Step 5: Once the oil is heated up, add the onions and the garlic and saute until it is cooked and translucent and lightly browned

Step 6: Once done, turn off the heat and allow it to cool slightly

Step 7: Once the roasted spices cools down and the onion garlic has cooled down, blend all of them together including the coriander leaves and red chili powder to make a smooth paste

Step 8: Check the salt and spices and adjust to suit your taste

Step 9: The Maharashtrian Kolhapuri Masala Recipe is ready to be used in the various curry dishes or vegetables dishes

Step 10: If you plan to make a vegetable curry, add some tomato puree or tamarind water to the curry to balance the taste and spices of the Kolhapuri Masala

Step 11: Kolhapuri Masala Recipe can be used for Menthe Hittu Recipe (Roasted Fenugreek Chutney Powder) and Quick and Healthy Pav Bhaji - Roz Ka Khana With Figaro Olive Oil