Peanut Free Curry Powder
Making your own spice blend from scratch is one of those kitchen moves that instantly elevates everything it touches. Whole coriander, cumin, mustard, fenugreek, and black peppercorns get toasted in a dry skillet until they turn fragrant and golden, then ground into a fine powder before being blended with turmeric, ginger, cayenne, cinnamon, and cardamom. That brief toasting step is the real secret — it coaxes out deep, complex flavor that pre-ground blends simply can't match. Store-bought curry powders can be a minefield when it comes to shared facility warnings, but when you grind your own from whole seeds and single-origin ground spices, you know exactly what's in the jar. The result is warm, earthy, and just the right amount of heat, with a beautiful golden color that makes every dish look as good as it tastes. Stored in an airtight jar away from light, this blend stays fresh and potent for up to three months — ready to transform weeknight dinners whenever the craving hits.
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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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