Kitchen Cupboard Curry Powder

7 ingredients
6 steps

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons cumin seeds
  • 1 tablespoon mustard seeds (black or brown)
  • 4 tablespoons coriander seeds
  • 1 tablespoon fenugreek seeds (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon cardamom seeds or 2 teaspoons ground cardamom
  • 1 tablespoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Directions

  1. 1
    In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and coriander seeds.
  2. 2
    Shake the skillet over the heat continuously so that the seeds cook evenly.
  3. 3
    When the mustard seeds turn gray and all the seeds are fragrant, remove the pan from the heat.
  4. 4
    Grind the toasted seeds in a spice grinder or mortar along with the fenugreek and cardamom.
  5. 5
    Transfer the mixture to a container with a tight-fitting lid, and stir in the turmeric and black pepper.
  6. 6
    In a sealed container, curry powder will keep for at least 2 months.

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