Seattle’s Premier Spice, Herb & Tea Shop
From our artisan shop adjacent to Seattle's Pike Place Market, World Spice Merchants has been providing superior quality herbs, spices and teas to discerning chefs for nearly 20 years.
We go to the ends of the earth to get the freshest spices possible, then bring them home to create original blends inspired by regional traditions. We're sure you will enjoy cooking with them as much as we enjoy finding them for you.
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Masala - Chaat
This masala from India is used to season fresh fruit, steamed vegetables, and yogurt based salads called "raitas". Unlike most Indian spice blends, Chaat Masala is used as a condiment seasoning and is sprinkled directly on foods at the table or snack stand. Its unusual tangy flavor comes from Anardana (dried pomegranate seed), Amchoor (powdered green mango) and Black Salt.…
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Chaat Masala Fruit Salad
Want to raise a few eyebrows at your next picnic or barbeque? Try our Chaat Masala Fruit Salad for a wholly unexpected treat. This traditional Indian street food combines pungent, piquant and savory spices with black salt, citrus and fresh fruit for a refreshing summer treat. The flavor combinations are simply outstanding. Try the party sized recipe below and mix…
