Kolhapuri Masala (कोल्हापुरी मसाला) is a fiery Maharashtrian spice blend with the bold, spicy depth of Kolhapuri cooking, made for classic Kolhapuri mutton curry and for meat, vegetable and curry dishes. It also brings heat to aubergine (baingan), potato and mixed vegetable curries, Kolhapuri-style chicken or seafood gravies, tandoori marinades for grilled meats, vegetables and paneer, and rice pulao or masala rice. The blend brings together red chilies, black pepper, coriander seeds, cloves and other handpicked spices; the pack label lists Chillies, Coriander, Green Cardamom, Sesame, Cumin etc. Its spices are non-oil-extracted to keep their full flavour and aroma, and it is free from artificial preservatives, fillers, colours and additives. Briefly toasting it on low heat before cooking intensifies the aroma. For Kolhapuri mutton curry, the mutton is marinated in the masala and salt for at least an hour and served with bhakri, rice or naan. Stored airtight in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, it keeps for up to 12 months, and the pack reads Best Before 12 Months. Per 100 g it has protein 14.0 g, total fat 15.0 g, carbohydrate 40.0 g and total sugars 3.5 g; energy is listed as 370.0 Kcal, while the label reads 370.5 Kcal. It comes in a stand-up pouch with a green VEG mark, marked Product Of India, in packs of 100 gms, 250 gms and 500 gms (listed weights 0.05 kg, 0.1 kg and 0.2 kg). Catalogue code: SNMKOLHAPURI12