Kitchen King Masala (MDH)

Kitchen King Masala (MDH)

Product Name: Специи Королевская Масала, Kitchen King Masala, Royal Masala Spices, Épices Masala Royale, Especias Masala Real, Gewürze König Masala, เครื่องเทศ คิทเช่น คิง มาซาล่า (Kitchen King Masala)

Synonyms: universal spice blend, Indian universal seasoning, vegetable curry blend

Parts Used: dry fruits, seeds, roots, bark, leaves, spices (spice powder).

Nutritional Value of the Product: carbohydrates, dietary fiber, plant proteins, essential oil fats, B vitamins, vitamin C, vitamin K, iron, calcium, magnesium, potassium, manganese.

Main Beneficial Properties of the Product: anti-inflammatory action, antioxidant activity, stimulation of digestion, improved appetite, antimicrobial effect, support for normal blood sugar levels, general strengthening action.

Beneficial for Conditions: K21 gastroesophageal reflux disease, K30 dyspepsia, R14 flatulence, E11 type 2 diabetes mellitus (as part of diet therapy), I10 hypertension (as part of a low-salt diet), K59.0 functional constipation.

Contraindicated for Conditions: L23 allergic contact dermatitis to spices, J45 bronchial asthma with allergic component, K52 allergic gastroenteritis, K29.1 chronic hyperacid gastritis, K25 gastric ulcer disease, N18 chronic renal failure, M10 gout.

Culinary Use: vegetable curries, chickpea, lentil, and bean dishes, tomato and onion sauces, stewed vegetables, rice dishes, marinades, legume and vegetable-based soups.

Forms and Processed Products: spice powder, ready-made blend in packaging, industrial packaging.

Geography of Use and Dietary Traditions

The Kitchen King Masala spice blend is a traditional component of North Indian cuisine, where it is used as a universal seasoning for preparing vegetable and legume dishes. It is most widespread in the states of Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Delhi. In Indian ethnographic tradition, such a blend symbolizes the "king of the kitchen," a universal set of flavors combining spicy, hot, and sweetish notes. Due to the activity of the Indian diaspora and the globalization of food, Kitchen King Masala is widely used outside India as well — in Europe, North America, and Southeast Asian countries. It has become part of the tradition of preparing vegetarian dishes, popular among followers of Ayurveda and yogic nutrition. Ethnographically, the blend is considered an adapted version of ancient Indian "masalas," simplified for domestic use. Historically, the MDH brand has distributed Kitchen King Masala as a "home universal seasoning" in India since the early 20th century, making it available in a standard 100 g package.

Toxicity and Food Safety

The blend is generally safe for most healthy people when used in cooking. Individual allergic reactions to specific spices (e.g., coriander, fenugreek, black pepper, cardamom) are possible. Not recommended for consumption in large quantities in cases of peptic ulcer disease, hyperacid gastritis, and gout due to the content of essential oils and purine compounds.

Culinary Recipes with Kitchen King Masala

Recipe 1. Vegetable Curry with Kitchen King Masala

• Ingredients: potatoes 200 g, carrots 100 g, cauliflower 150 g, green peas 100 g, onion 80 g, tomatoes 150 g, vegetable oil 30 ml, Kitchen King Masala 8 g, salt 5 g, water 250 ml.
• Preparation Method: dice the vegetables, fry the onion in oil until golden at 160–170 °C, add tomatoes and simmer for 5 minutes, add Kitchen King Masala and mix. Add the remaining vegetables and water, simmer covered for 20 minutes at 90–95 °C. Serve hot.
• Nutritional Value per Serving: 180 kcal, protein 5 g, fat 8 g, carbohydrates 24 g.
• Culinary Features: a traditional North Indian dish, served as a main course with rice or chapati bread.

Recipe 2. Chickpeas with Tomatoes and Kitchen King Masala

• Ingredients: boiled chickpeas 200 g, onion 100 g, tomatoes 200 g, fresh ginger 10 g, garlic 10 g, vegetable oil 30 ml, Kitchen King Masala 10 g, salt 5 g, water 200 ml.
• Preparation Method: fry onion, garlic, and ginger in oil at 160–170 °C, add tomatoes and simmer for 10 minutes, add Kitchen King Masala, mix, and add chickpeas with water. Cook over low heat for 15 minutes until thickened. Serve hot.
• Nutritional Value per Serving: 240 kcal, protein 12 g, fat 9 g, carbohydrates 28 g.
• Culinary Features: a classic Indian vegetarian dish, popular in the street food of Delhi and Punjab.