Best Raghavans Curry Blend Recipes

Homemade Curry Powder Spice Mix image

Provided by Veena Azmanov

Time 2m

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tbsp Coriander powder
1 tbsp Cumin powder
1 tbsp Turmeric powder
1 tbsp Cayenne (mild or hot)
1 tbsp Smoked sweet paprika (for color)
1/2 tsp Ground ginger
1/2 tsp Pepper powder
3 tbsp Dry coriander seeds
1 1/2 tbsp Dry cumin seeds
1 tbsp Turmeric powder
2 large Dry whole paprika (hot or mild)
3 large Dry smoked paprika (Sweet for color)
1/2 tsp Ginger powder (optional - I usually add fresh in my recipe)
10 corns Black peppercorns

Steps:

Combine all the spices in a small spice jar. Give it a good mix.
Store at room temperature for up to 3 months.
Add the whole paprika in a frying pan and toast them over med-low heat for a minute.
Then add the whole spices and toast them for a minute more until fragrant.
You will start to get the beautiful aroma of spices
Take it off the heat and let cool until barely warm.
Place all the whole and powder spices in a spice blender and blend until smooth
Pulse it a few times until finely ground.
Store in an airtight spice jar for up to three months.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102 kcal, Carbohydrate 17 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 4 g, Sodium 27 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

Curry Powder Blend image

Provided by Alton Brown

Categories condiment

Time 5m

Yield about 1/2 cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons whole cumin seeds, toasted
2 tablespoons whole cardamom seeds, toasted
2 tablespoons whole coriander seeds, toasted
1/4 cup ground turmeric
1 tablespoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon cayenne

Steps:

Place all ingredients in a container with an airtight lid. Shake to combine. Store in a cool dry place for up to 6 months. When ready to use, grind and add to dishes according to taste.