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Madras Curry Powder

Madras Curry Powder

Cuisine:Indian

Course:Sauce

10m prep 4m 0s cook 14m ready

About 1 ⅓ cups In India, there is no such thing as a singular “curry powder,” but this blend of spices has come to be a fixture in many kitchens.

Ingredients

Servings:
  • 6 tablespoons coriander seeds
  • ¼ cup cumin seeds
  • 3 tablespoons chana dal (yellow split peas)
  • 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
  • 1 tablespoon mustard seeds
  • 5 dried small red chile peppers
  • (10 fresh or dried curry leaves)
  • 2 tablespoons fenugreek seeds
  • 3 tablespoons ground turmeric

Let's Cook

  1. Step 1.

    Combine in a dry skillet and toast over medium heat until fragrant and a shade darker, about 4 minutes: 6 tablespoons coriander seeds; ¼ cup cumin seeds; 3 tablespoons chana dal (yellow split peas); 1 tablespoon black peppercorns; 1 tablespoon mustard seeds; 5 dried small red chile peppers; (10 fresh or dried curry leaves)

  2. Step 2.

    Transfer to bowl and stir in: 2 tablespoons fenugreek seeds

  3. Step 3.

    Let the spices cool completely. Working in batches, grind the spices to a powder in a spice mill or coffee grinder. Return to the bowl and mix well. Stir in: 3 tablespoons ground turmeric

  4. Step 4.

    Store in an airtight container in a cool place.

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