Caraway powder Indian spice 100g

In Indian cuisine, caraway (often called Shahi Jeera or "Royal Cumin" in India) has a sweeter, more floral, and slightly more anise-like flavor than classic cumin. Although whole seeds are very popular, the powdered version is particularly prized for blending harmoniously into smooth sauces and marinades.

Here are the main Indian recipes where caraway powder is used:

1. Royal curries (Mughlai Cuisine)
   Caraway powder is the quintessential spice for royal (Shahi) dishes. It is added to rich, creamy sauces made with cashews, almonds, or fresh cream, as its subtle taste does not mask the delicacy of the sauce. Recipe examples: Shahi Paneer, Navratan Korma (vegetable and dried fruit curry), or Murg Korma (Chicken Korma).
   
   
2. Making premium Garam Masala
   Caraway powder is a key ingredient in preparing high-quality homemade spice blends. A Mughal-style Garam Masala will often use caraway instead of (or in addition to) classic cumin to bring a more refined and less earthy note to the blend.
   
   
3. Marinades (Tandoori and Kebabs)
   For meats grilled in the Tandoor oven, caraway powder is mixed into the yogurt-based marinade. It flavors the meat to the core with its sweet notes. Recipe examples: Murg Malai Tikka (chicken pieces marinated in cream, cheese, and sweet spices like caraway and cardamom) or Seekh Kebabs (minced meat skewers).
   
   
4. Spice pastes for Biryani (Biryani Masala)
   While whole caraway seeds are often tossed into the cooking water of pilaf rice, caraway powder is incorporated directly into the Masala (the thick, spicy sauce that coats the meat or vegetables at the bottom of the Biryani pot). This allows its aroma to diffuse evenly throughout the dish during the slow steaming process (Dum).
   
   
5. Fillings for Indian snacks
   A pinch of caraway powder is sometimes added to the potato or minced meat filling of Samosas, Kachoris, or Parathas (stuffed flatbreads). This adds a complex aromatic dimension that pairs perfectly with fresh coriander and chili.