Curry Spice Mix

Name: Curry Spice Mix
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 2 min
Total time: 12 min
Yield: Makes: enough for 4 curries
Ingredients: 1 tsp cloves; 12 cardamom pods, seeds removed; 2 tsp turmeric; 4 dried red chillies; 2 tbsp coriander seeds; 2 tbsp fenugreek seeds; 2 tsp cumin seeds; 1 tsp ground cinnamon

Preparation info

Makes: enough for
4
curries

Difficulty
Easy
Ready in
15 min

Appears in

The Thrifty Veggie

By Nicola Graimes

Published 2021

About

This aromatic blend of spices works well in both coconut-based and tomato-based Indian curries. Keep any unused spice mix in a jar with a lid and store in a cool, dark place.

Ingredients

2 tbsp coriander seeds
2 tsp cumin seeds
2 tbsp

Spice Mix
Gluten-free
Vegan

Method

Put the coriander, cumin, fenugreek and cardamom seeds in a large, dry frying pan. Add the cloves and chillies and toast for 1—2 minutes over a medium-low heat, shaking the pan occasionally, until the spices smell aromatic and slightly toasted.
Tip the spices into a mortar and, using a pestle, grind to a powder, or use a spice grinder. Stir in the turmeric and cin