Tandoori masala is a mixture of spices specifically for use with a tandoor, or clay oven, in traditional north Indian cooking. The specific spices vary somewhat from one region to another, but typically include garam masala, garlic, ginger, onion, cayenne pepper, and may include other spices and additives. The spices are often ground together with a pestle and mortar.

Tandoori masala is a mixture of spices specifically for use with a tandoor, or clay oven, in traditional north Indian cooking. The specific spices vary somewhat from one region to another, but typically include garam masala, garlic, ginger, onion, cayenne pepper, and may include other spices and additives. The spices are often ground together with a pestle and mortar.