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Indian Curry Paste

Homemade Indian Curry Paste for Flavor-Packed Dishes

Create your own Indian Curry Paste to elevate dishes with authentic flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 1 batch
Course: Collection
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Spice Blend
  • 2 tablespoons Coriander Seeds Toast for enhanced aroma.
  • 1 tablespoon Cumin Seeds Toast alongside coriander.
  • 1 tablespoon Fennel Seeds Sweet and licorice-like flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Peppercorns Use whole and toast.
  • 4 pieces Dried Red Chilies Break into smaller pieces.
For the Paste
  • 1 medium Shallot Peeled and chopped.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Peeled.
  • 4 inches Fresh Ginger Peeled and chopped.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Turmeric
  • 1 tablespoon Paprika Adds a beautiful hue.
  • 1 teaspoon Red Chili Powder Optional, adjust for spice preference.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Enhances the overall taste.
  • 2 tablespoons White Vinegar Can substitute with lemon juice.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances all the flavors.

Equipment

  • Frying pan
  • Food Processor
  • air-tight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a frying pan over low heat, combine coriander seeds, cumin seeds, fennel seeds, black peppercorns, and dried red chilies. Toast the spices for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly until they are golden and aromatic.
  2. Once toasted, remove the spices from the heat and transfer them to a plate. Allow them to cool completely, which should take about 10 minutes.
  3. Transfer the cooled spices into a food processor and pulse them into a fine powder.
  4. To the ground spices, add the chopped shallots, peeled garlic cloves, chopped fresh ginger, ground turmeric, paprika, red chili powder, tomato paste, white vinegar, and salt. Blend until you achieve a smooth paste.
  5. Use your Indian curry paste immediately in your favorite dishes, or store it in a sterilized jar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1batchCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh spices and ingredients. Adjust the heat based on your preference.

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