Alpha Gal Friendly Curry Powder
Making your own curry powder from scratch is one of those kitchen moves that instantly elevates everything it touches. The process starts with whole seeds — coriander, cumin, black pepper, mustard, and fenugreek — toasted in a dry skillet until they turn fragrant and deepen in color, filling your kitchen with an aroma that no store-bought jar can match. Once ground and blended with turmeric, ginger, cayenne, cinnamon, and cardamom, the result is a warm, complex blend with real depth and just the right amount of heat. For anyone managing alpha-gal syndrome, packaged spice blends and curry powders can be a hidden minefield — some contain additives, natural flavors, or fillers with unclear sourcing. This recipe keeps it completely clean: every ingredient is a straightforward plant-based spice with nothing to second-guess. Stored in an airtight jar, it stays fresh for up to three months and works beautifully in soups, roasted vegetables, marinades, and grain dishes. Once you taste the difference, going back to the pre-ground stuff is going to feel like a real step down.
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16 servings
- 2 tbsp coriander seeds
- 1 tbsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp black peppercorns
- 1 tsp yellow mustard seeds
- ½ tsp fenugreek seeds
- 2 tbsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground cardamom
Instructions
- 1
Add the coriander seeds, cumin seeds, black peppercorns, mustard seeds, and fenugreek seeds to a small dry skillet over medium heat. Toast, stirring constantly, until the seeds are fragrant and the coriander and cumin turn a shade darker, about 2–3 minutes. Watch closely, as the seeds can scorch quickly.
- 2
Transfer the toasted seeds to a plate and let them cool for 5 minutes, until no longer steaming.
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