Homemade Rasam powder

An aromatic blend of spices ,sure to enhance the taste of your "Rasam" by multiple times.Try this simple recipe and your lunch times will never be the same again.

Ingredients:

Coriander seeds: 1/2 cup
cumin seeds :1/2 cup
red chilies : 3
whole pepper:1 cup
curry leaves (cleaned and dried ): 1cup


Recipe:

• First dry roast the coriander for few minutes on medium until a nice aroma is obtained
• Add cumin ,pepper and curry leaves and let roast for a few more minutes
• finally add the red chilies ,roast for few seconds and turn off the heat.
• let everything cool and make a coarse powder.
• store in an airtight container 
• Use according to your preference or 1 tsp for appx 3 cups of rasam. 

Note :don't let this powder boil for too long as all the spices are already roasted ,add just before turning off the heat for maximum flavor.

Use dried curry leaves for a longer shelf life.if using fresh leaves use with in a few days.
Here is a quick video tutorial:

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Tandoori masala powder recipe

The secret for a perfect tandoori is a freshly ground spice mix that adds tons of flavor and aroma to the meat .follow the simple recipe to enjoy restaurant style tandoori at home .

Ingredients :

• 4 cloves (adjust according to taste) 
• 3 green cardamom
• 1 inch stick of cinnamon
• 1/2 tbs of peppercorn (adjust according to taste)
• 1 tbs of coriander seeds
• 1 tbs of cumin seeds
• 2 tbs of fenugreek leaves 
• 1/4 tsp of turmeric 
• 1/2 tsp of kashmiri chili powder (adjust according to taste)

method:

• In a pan dry roast the first six ingredients until a nice aroma fills the kitchen
• let cool and transfer to a dry and clean grinder 
• make a fine powder and store in an airtight container.

Notes:

1. The masala stays fresh for weeks if refrigerated but freshly ground spice mix has its own flavor 
2. Adjust the heat to your liking by reducing cloves,peppercorn and chilly powder

Here is a quick video tutorial:

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