Homemade Tandoori Masala Powder

Ingredients

• 50 grams Whole red chili (Whole, dry)
• 5 grams Cinnamon (stick) (Approximately 2‑3 small sticks)
• 4 grams Lemongrass (Dried or fresh, finely chopped)
• 2 grams Cloves (Approximately 3‑4 cloves)
• 2 grams Large cardamom (not green) (Approximately 2‑3 pods)
• 10 grams Cumin (seeds) (Whole)
• 5 grams Black pepper (whole) (Whole black pepper)
• 12 grams Amchur powder (For sour flavor)

Instructions

1. Measure all spices

   Take the specified amounts of all spices and place them in a bowl.

   Time: PT5M

2. Roast red chilies

   Heat a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat, add the whole red chilies and stir continuously for 4‑5 minutes until the chilies turn a light black color.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: मध्यम आँच

3. Roast cumin

   Do not add oil or ghee to the pan, add the cumin directly and roast for 2 minutes until a light aroma appears.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: निम्न आँच

4. Roast cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, black pepper

   In the same pan add cinnamon, cloves, large cardamom and black pepper, roast for 2‑3 minutes until lightly brown.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: निम्न आँच

5. Cool roasted spices

   Transfer all roasted spices to a large bowl and let them cool at room temperature for 3 minutes.

   Time: PT3M

6. Grind all spices

   Place the cooled red chilies, cumin, cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, black pepper, lemongrass and amchur powder into a spice grinder and grind until a fine powder forms.

   Time: PT5M

7. Mix and sieve

   Transfer the ground spices to a mixing bowl, optionally sift through a fine sieve and then mix evenly.

   Time: PT2M

8. Store

   Place the tandoori masala in a clean airtight jar, label it and keep in a cool, dry place.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

30

Protein

1g

Carbohydrates

5g

Fat

0.5g

Fiber

2g