Curry powder is a mixture of a few spices which gives a very mild flavour when added to any gravy.Indian households rarely use this.It is said that this powder was created for the British who left India after Independence,and who craved Indian flavours in their meals.I dont really know the authenticity of this story but it seems possible because the most used spice in the powder form is garam masala and it has a much stronger flavour than the curry powder.Anyway I followed this recipe to make this powder and use it to give dry vegetables a different taste.
Ingredients
6 tbsp coriander seeds
4 tsp cumin seeds
2 tsp fenugreek seeds
2 tsp fennel seeds
2 tsp yellow mustard seeds
3 tsp white peppercorns
14 cloves
2 tsp turmeric powder
4 tsp red chilly powder
1 inch cinamon stick
Method
Toast the spices except turmeric and red chilly powder in a dry pan over medium heat stirring occasionally for about 10 minutes.Cool.
Grind the toasted spices along with turmeric and red chilly powder to a fine powder.Store in a airtight container and use as desired.
Makes about 1 cup.
