If you searched for a masala dry fruits mix, you probably want two things: something tasty to munch on, and a clear idea of what you are actually eating. Fair enough. A masala mix can be anything from a well-made blend to a packet of oily, over-salted peanuts with two cashews on top.
So let us open up our own Masala Dry Fruit Mix and go through it one ingredient at a time. Then you can judge any pack you pick up, ours or someone else's.
The full ingredient list, in plain words
This is exactly what is printed on the label of the ORO FOODS™ Masala Dry Fruit Mix:
- Cashew
- Almond
- Sunflower seed
- Pure A2 cow ghee
- Pumpkin seed
- Green and black raisin
- Spices
That is the whole list. No mystery fillers, nothing you need to look up. The nuts, seeds and raisins are roasted in A2 cow ghee and then tossed in a spicy masala.
Why each ingredient is there
Cashews
Cashews are the soft, buttery base of the mix. They soak up the masala well and give that rich bite most people reach for first. In a good masala mix, cashews should be a main player, not a garnish.
Almonds
Almonds bring a firmer crunch. Next to the cashews, they make every handful feel less one-note. When roasted, almonds also get a slightly toasty flavour that works nicely with spice.
Pumpkin and sunflower seeds
The seeds are the small bits that fill the gaps. Pumpkin seeds are flat and crisp, sunflower seeds are tiny and nutty. They catch the masala on their surface, so you get spice in every pinch, even at the bottom of the jar.
Green and black raisins
This is what makes the mix interesting. A bit of sweetness from the raisins cuts through the heat of the masala. Green raisins are lighter and tangier, black raisins are deeper and sweeter. Together they give you that sweet-spicy-salty balance Indian snacks are known for.
Pure A2 cow ghee
The nuts and seeds are roasted in A2 cow ghee, not in a neutral refined oil. Ghee gives a warm, familiar aroma that anyone who grew up with ghee on their roti will recognise. It also helps the masala stick to the nuts instead of sitting as loose powder at the bottom.
If you like the taste of ghee itself, we also sell A2 Desi Cow Ghee made by the Bilona method, where curd is churned into butter and then slow-cooked into ghee.
Spices
The masala is what turns a dry fruit mix into a namkeen-style snack. It is spicy, so if you are buying for small children or someone who cannot handle heat, keep that in mind.
What to check before you buy any masala mix
Whether you buy from us or from somewhere else, a few simple checks help:
- Read the ingredient list. Cashews and almonds should be high up, not hidden behind cheaper fillers.
- Look at what it is roasted in. Ghee and plain oil taste very different. The label should say.
- Check the packing date. Roasted nuts taste best fresh. Our masala mix is best before 2 months from the date of packaging, so the date matters.
- Look for a batch number. Every ORO FOODS™ pack carries one, and you can check your batch on our site.
If you are still deciding between flavours, this comparison of masala vs signature vs salted mixes lays out the differences side by side.
How to eat it, store it and buy it
Ways to use it
Most people simply eat it straight from the jar. A small bowl with evening chai is the classic way. A few other ideas:
- Keep a jar at your desk for a mid-afternoon munch.
- Sprinkle a spoonful over poha, upma or a bowl of curd for crunch.
- Put out a bowl when guests come over, alongside other namkeen.
- Add it to your breakfast or even desserts if you like a sweet-spicy contrast.
Storing it right
Keep the jar in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. Once opened, move the mix to an airtight container if it is not already in one, and close it properly after each use. Humid kitchens are the main enemy of crunch, so do not keep it next to the stove.
Pack sizes
The Masala Dry Fruit Mix comes in 150 g and 400 g sizes. The 150 g is good for trying it out or for one person. The 400 g makes more sense if the whole family snacks from the same jar.
If you want to try masala alongside another flavour, you can pick any two jars together as a combo on our 150 g packs and combo page. Many people pair the masala with a milder mix so there is something for everyone at home.
Packed fresh in Solapur
ORO FOODS™ is a family brand from Solapur, Maharashtra. Every order is packed fresh in Solapur and sent by courier across India, with a batch number on every pack and every ingredient on the label.
That is really all there is to our masala mix: good nuts, seeds and raisins, roasted in A2 cow ghee, tossed in spice, and packed fresh. If that sounds like your kind of snack, the Masala Dry Fruit Mix is ready to order.
