Indian Spice Mix
Elevate your culinary game with this homemade Indian Spice Mix, a robust and aromatic blend of toasted spices perfect for infusing your dishes with rich, authentic Indian flavors. Featuring a medley of coriander, cumin, turmeric, and hints of warming cinnamon, cardamom, and nutmeg, this spice mix is crafted to strike the perfect balance between earthy, spicy, and subtly sweet. Toasting whole spices like mustard seeds, fenugreek, and dried red chilies enhances their natural flavors, while grinding them fresh ensures maximum potency. In just 20 minutes, you'll have a versatile spice blend to enhance your curries, lentils, marinades, or rice dishes. Store it in an airtight container for up to three months and enjoy a taste of India whenever the craving strikes. Optimize your pantry with this easy-to-make, preservative-free spice mix that’s as flavorful as it is fragrant!
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Coriander seeds
- 2 tablespoons Cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon Fenugreek seeds
- 1 teaspoon Black peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
- 4 pieces Dried red chilies
- 4 pieces Cardamom pods
- 5 pieces Cloves
- 1 3-inch piece Cinnamon stick
- 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg
Directions
Step 1
Begin by gathering all your spices and ensuring they are fresh for maximum flavor.
Step 2
Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Add coriander seeds, cumin seeds, fenugreek seeds, black peppercorns, mustard seeds, dried red chilies, cardamom pods, cloves, and the cinnamon stick to the pan.
Step 3
Toast the spices gently for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Once the spices release a fragrant aroma, remove them from the heat and transfer them to a plate to cool.
Step 4
Once the toasted spices are completely cool, transfer them to a spice grinder or a high-powered blender. Add turmeric powder and grated nutmeg to the grinder.
Step 5
Pulse the grinder in short bursts until the spices are ground into a fine powder. Avoid running the grinder continuously to prevent overheating the spices.
Step 6
Taste and adjust the spice mix if necessary by adding more of any specific ingredient to suit your preferences.
Step 7
Transfer the spice mix to an airtight container or glass jar. Store it in a cool, dry place away from sunlight for up to three months.
Step 8
Use 1-2 teaspoons of this spice mix in curries, lentils, marinades, or rice dishes for an authentic Indian flavor.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 76.2 grams (76.2g) |
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| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 249 |
| Total Fat 11.60g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat 1.20g | 6% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 80mg | 3% |
| Total Carbohydrate 43.50g | 16% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.70g | 78% |
| Total Sugars 1.30g | |
| Protein 10.10g | 20% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 477mg | 37% |
| Iron 21mg | 117% |
| Potassium 957mg | 20% |
Source of Calories