Homemade Tandoori Masala Spice Mix Recipe | Vegan/Vegetarian Recipe

coriander seeds

🥗Healthier: ground coriander

💰Cheaper: coriander powder

Ground coriander is easier to find and use directly.

cumin seeds

🥗Healthier: ground cumin

💰Cheaper: cumin powder

Ground cumin simplifies the blending process.

red chili powder

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Smoked paprika offers a milder flavor with a smoky note.

dried fenugreek leaves

🥗Healthier: fresh fenugreek

💰Cheaper: spinach

Fresh fenugreek adds a vibrant taste, while spinach is more accessible.

Toast coriander seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Toast cumin seeds in the same skillet until golden, about 2 minutes.

Add black peppercorns, cinnamon stick, cloves, and cardamom pods to the skillet; toast for another 2 minutes.

Remove spices from heat and allow to cool completely.

Grind the toasted spices into a fine powder using a spice grinder or mortar and pestle.

Combine the ground spices with turmeric powder, red chili powder, ginger powder, garlic powder, and salt in a bowl.

Add dried fenugreek leaves, mustard powder, cayenne pepper, and sugar to the mixture.

Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.

Cooking Techniques

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