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    Home » Recipes » Spices, Pickles, Garnishes

    Jiralu Powder

    Published Oct 4, 2017, modified Dec 7, 2022 by Nicole Shroff / This site uses cookies. See the privacy policy linked in my footer. This site generates income via ads/ 22 Comments /

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    This 2-step Jiralu powder adds a perfect zing when sprinkled over yogurt or potato dishes. Use it to jazz up your french fries!

    close up of Jiralu masala powder

    Salty and tangy, Jiralu delivers a wonderful mix of flavours to yogurt dishes, such as raita, rotis, Khakhras (crispy flatbread), salads or potatoes such as this Aloo mattar .

    In fact, go ahead and sprinkle some over french fries for a savoury, spicy kick!

    What is Jiralu?

    Jiralu is a spice mix – a blend of powdered masalas, and it is hugely popular in Gujarat, India. At mealtimes at my grandparents house in Mumbai; there was always a small silver ‘katori’ (bowl) of jiralu on the table, with the tiniest spoon. It was the right size to sprinkle just a pinch, as this masala powder is very strong.

    Most Gujarati homes used to make their own, but now it is also easily available in stores across India.  I prefer to make my own as it is easy enough and that way I am in control of the ingredients.

    How to make it

    This two-step recipe makes a small quantity but you will only need a tiny amount at a time as the flavour is very intense.

    • To prepare, dry roast cumin seeds on a medium heat till fragrant and then grind to a powder.
    • Add the roasted cumin to the other ingredients in a small bowl and mix well.

    Storing

    Stored in an airtight container, in a cool place, Jiralu masala powder will keep for several months.

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    Image of Jeeralu powder in a small silver bowl.

    Jiralu Powder

    Nicole Shroff
    This 2-step jiralu powder adds a perfect zing when sprinkled over yogurt or potato dishes. Use it to jazz up your french fries!
    5 from 8 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 1 min
    Total Time 6 mins
    Course Pickle/Chutney/Garnish
    Cuisine Indian
    Servings 20 servings
    Calories 1 kcal

    Ingredients

    Metric | US Customary
    • 2 teaspoons cumin seeds
    • ½ teaspoon black salt
    • ½ teaspoon sea salt
    • ¼ teaspoon red chilli powder
    • ¼ teaspoon asafoetida
    • ¼ teaspoon dried mango powder

    Instructions
     

    • 2 teaspoons cumin seeds
      Dry roast the cumin seeds till fragrant and grind to a fine powder.
    • ½ teaspoon black salt, ½ teaspoon sea salt, ¼ teaspoon red chilli powder, ¼ teaspoon asafoetida, ¼ teaspoon dried mango powder
      Mix all the ingredients together in a bowl. Sprinkle sparingly as a garnish.

    Notes

    To keep fresh, store in an airtight container and keep in a dry place.

    MEASUREMENT NOTES

    The ingredients here on EOTF are set out in grams & milliliters and in US cups & spoons.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 1kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 117mgPotassium: 4mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 0.1mg
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    Comments

    1. Dawn - Girl Heart Food

      March 22, 2018 at 11:13 am

      5 stars
      I’ve never made my own masala powder before, but I should definitely try next time I need some! Looks too easy 🙂

      Reply
      • Nicole

        March 28, 2018 at 11:17 am

        This is so easy, and a little goes a really long way!

        Reply
    2. Brian Jones

      March 22, 2018 at 7:55 am

      5 stars
      Nice to see someone else using asafoetida, an “Indian” spice that is often overlooked by Western Indian influenced food but one that is so important. This sounds wonderful!

      Reply
      • Nicole

        March 28, 2018 at 11:22 am

        Thank you Brian, its that little secret ingredient which hasn’t been ‘discovered’ yet 😉

        Reply
    3. melve

      March 22, 2018 at 6:58 am

      5 stars
      Wow, this powder sounds amazing, I never tried or heard this before but reading the comments it’s delicious. I hope I will this one soon.

      Reply
      • Nicole

        March 28, 2018 at 11:25 am

        Yes, its a great mix to have on hand for an entirely new dimension to a dish.

        Reply
    4. Sasmita Sahoo Samanta

      October 25, 2017 at 2:08 pm

      Wow, bit interesting this spice bled is !

      Reply
      • Nicole

        October 25, 2017 at 9:16 pm

        Thank you Sasmita

        Reply
    5. dhwani mehta

      October 24, 2017 at 6:44 pm

      5 stars
      I love Jeeralu in my Buttermilk/Chhas and fruit dish. Looks tempting.

      Reply
      • Nicole

        October 25, 2017 at 9:16 pm

        Thanks Dhwani

        Reply
    6. Uma Srinivas

      October 24, 2017 at 5:49 pm

      5 stars
      This spice blend sounds interesting. Never tried these before! Love to try soon.

      Reply
      • Nicole

        October 25, 2017 at 9:17 pm

        Let me know how you like it Uma

        Reply
    7. Lathiya

      October 24, 2017 at 4:33 pm

      Awesome mix of spices..sure to give zing to the dish..

      Reply
      • Nicole

        October 25, 2017 at 9:17 pm

        Sure does Lathiya

        Reply
    8. Jagruti

      October 24, 2017 at 4:28 pm

      One of my childhood friends used to bring this masala to school every day and we used lick with our fingers 🙂

      Reply
      • Nicole

        October 25, 2017 at 9:18 pm

        ha ha it is finger-lickin’ good!

        Reply
    9. Trupti

      October 24, 2017 at 3:01 pm

      Wow I can imagine how this spice blend can bring a zing to any dish. Thanks for sharing

      Reply
      • Nicole

        October 25, 2017 at 9:19 pm

        thanks Trupti

        Reply
    10. Freda @ Aromatic essence

      October 24, 2017 at 4:16 am

      Such a flavor packed spice blend! Thanks for sharing your recipe with us 🙂

      Reply
      • Nicole

        October 25, 2017 at 9:20 pm

        Hope you like it Freda

        Reply
    11. Vanitha

      October 24, 2017 at 3:14 am

      Awesome!! Normally I add only roasted jeera powder but this mix sounds and I am sure tastes amazing on any dish!! Will try and make this..thanks for sharing 🙂

      Reply
      • Nicole

        October 25, 2017 at 9:20 pm

        Do try and let me know what you think Vanitha

        Reply

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