Kala masala is specialty of Vidrabha which includes Amravati, Nagpur, Vardha, Akola, Buldhana, Washim, Yavatmal, Bhandara, Gondiya and Gadchiroli districts.There are many methods of preparing this masala and every region has its own specialty. This masala needs to be roasted on oil till their colour become black (thats why its called Kala means black) but it should not get burnt and taste bitter. This masla can make either in dry form or wet from. Traditionally if you want this masala in wet form then it needs to be grind on pata or varvanta or sil-batta and if you want in dry form then you need to grind in pounder ( Kandap Machine ). We use Kandap Machine to maintain the real authentic flavor of this masala. This masala use for vegetables as well as non-vegetarian dishes.