Grown by our beloved Kasaraneni family amidst marigolds, bananas, and black rice on their 3rd generation farm. Whilst Mr. Prabhu Kasaraneni’s family has been farming for three generations, he is a self-taught organic farmer who began growing heirloom Pragati turmeric in 2015, with assistance from the Indian Institute of Spice Research.
This is the spice Sana started the company with! In search of an heirloom turmeric that was regeneratively grown as well as delicious, she was recommended to Mr. Prahbu Kasareneni by the Indian Institute of Spice Research. Prahbu was a young idealistic farmer, and the only one in his area to start growing regeneratively, which initially brought critique from nearby farmers, until they saw how well he was doing. Today, it is still one of our most well-loved spices, and for good reason—it's delicious!
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Our Basiya ginger is grown in a family-run food forest in the Amarwara Region of Madhya Pradesh alongside mango, moringa, and fig trees. This heirloom variety is what the local farmers grow to keep and use in their own homes. Known for its enduring fragrance and subtle sweetness, this ginger is commonly used medicinally and in cooking.
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Biryani is a celebration of aromatic, spice-laden rice cooked with hearty, marinated fillings. Every region of South Asia boasts their take on biryani as being the best there is. Without taking sides, we're proud to have created a blend that makes a damn good platter of biryani on its own, or acts as a deeply flavorful base for you to make a specific regional variation with! A perfect balance of spicy, salty, warming, earthy, and umami flavors, our masala is at once decadent and simple, distinct and customizable.
Sourced from 68 small regenerative family farms across India and Sri Lanka, the spices in this jar have been chosen for their flavor, freshness, and potency. In our commitment to building a more equitable spice trade, we pay an average 6x premium to our farm partners.
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Easily makes the most delicious steak of your life, but that's just beginning. This punchy, dynamic blend has Aranya Black Pepper, Sirārakhong Hāthei Chillies, and Pahadi Pink Garlic for smoky umami; Hariyali Fennel and Wild Ajwain for herbacious depth; and just enough salt to bring every flavor into focus. Even if you’re not a meat eater, we implore you to try this masala — it might become your go-to for veggies, eggs, and more!
Ingredients:
Aranya Black Pepper, Pahadi Pink Garlic, Hariyali Fennel, Surya Salt, Sirārakhong Hāthei Chillies, Wild Ajwain