Hot Madras Curry Powder Recipe
This homemade Madras curry powder recipe is simple and can be adjusted to suit individual preferences.
Servings: 7 tablespoon
Calories: 111kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoon coriander seeds
- 1 tablespoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon urad dal split black gram
- ¼ teaspoon fenugreek seeds
- 5 green cardamom
- 8 cloves
- 1 inch cinnamon
- 2 teaspoon ginger powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 15- 20 red chilies use byadagi chili or red kashmiri chilies
Instructions
- Place a pan or dry skillet over medium heat and dry roast the ingredients. Make sure not to burn them; they should release their aroma and lightly change in color. Set it aside and let it cool.3 tablespoon coriander seeds, 1 tablespoon cumin seeds, 1 teaspoon urad dal, ¼ teaspoon fenugreek seeds, 5 green cardamom, 8 cloves, 1 inch cinnamon
- Add one teaspoon of oil and red chilies to the pan over medium-low heat and toast for a minute or until they crisp up. Switch off the heat.15- 20 red chilies
- Grind all roasted spices in a coffee grinder or a mortar and pestle until they form a fine powder. Mix with ginger and turmeric powder. This process intensifies the flavors and creates a more vibrant color.2 teaspoon ginger powder, 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- Give a nice stir and let it cool completely. Store in an air-tight container.
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality spices for the best flavor.
- Dry roast the whole spices before grinding to enhance their flavors.
- Use a spice grinder to get a fine consistency.
- Customize the blend to your taste preferences by adjusting the quantity of chillis.
- Store in an air-tight container in a cool, dark place to maintain its freshness and potency.
- Add roasted curry leaves to the blend for an extra layer of flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 111kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Sodium: 24mg | Potassium: 802mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 2154IU | Vitamin C: 324mg | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 4mg