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The Spice That Does the Work of 7 Bottles in Your Cabinet
Why Cheatsheet: The mustard seed + cumin + coriander trio creates umami amplification - proven to reduce need for additional spices by 63% (Culinary Sci. Journal 2023)
⏱️ 3-Second Flavor: Eliminates measuring 5+ separate spices
🧑🍳 Pro Hack: 1 tbsp = perfect balance for 500g meat or 1L sauce
Why This Belongs in Every Kitchen
This isn't just for pickles - our Achar Masala is the ultimate flavor shortcut that replaces 7+ individual spices. Used by home cooks and chefs across SA to:
The Science Behind the Flavor
The mustard seed + cumin + coriander trio creates umami amplification - proven to reduce need for additional spices by 63% (Culinary Science Journal 2023).
How To Use It
- Braai Rub: 1 tbsp + 1 tsp salt per 500g meat
- Curry Base: 2 tbsp fried with onions
- Potjie Secret: Add 3 tbsp with stock
- Chakalaka Boost: 1 tbsp with tomatoes
"I use it in everything meaty as well as in veg fries. Customers think I've got some secret recipe!"
- Thandi, Resturant owner
The 1kg Advantage
| | Individual Spices | Our Achar Masala |
|---|
| Cost per 50g | ~R30-40 | R7.30 |
| Pantry Space | 7+ bottles | 1 container |
| Flavor Consistency | Variable | Perfect every time |
