Indian Spices Codexery

Char magaz

A four-seed blend used to thicken and creamify dishes.

Char magaz is a blend of equal parts cantaloupe, cucumber, pumpkin, and watermelon seeds. The mixture, ground into a paste, thickens dishes and adds a nutty creaminess. It is used in beverages like thadal and in dishes such as char magaz ka murga.

Quick Facts

Associated cuisine
Indian, Pakistani
Main ingredients
  • cantaloupe seeds
  • cucumber seeds
  • pumpkin seeds
  • watermelon seeds

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