If spice blends had personalities, chaat masala would be the one wearing sunglasses indoors, crashing the party uninvited, and somehow becoming everyone's favorite guest. This stuff is not subtle. It's funky. It's tangy. It's salty. It’s got that “I don’t care if you understand me, I know I’m amazing” energy. And once you taste it, you’ll want to sprinkle it on everything—fruit, popcorn, roasted veggies, even toast. (Don’t knock it till you try it.) So, what is it?

Let’s talk about mint chutney—the green, zippy, creamy hero that shows up to the party, doesn’t ask for attention, but somehow steals the show anyway. In class, I call it “the cool friend who brings balance to the spicy chaos.” Because that’s exactly what it does. Got something crispy and fried? Dip it. Something spicy and tangy? Swirl it. Need a moment of calm in your mouth?

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