Recipe name:
Nut Masala
Recipe category:
Condiments
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Recipe details:
2 tb Vegetable oil 1 ts Cumin seeds 1 ts Cardamon seeds 1 tb Poppy seeds 1 ts Black peppercorns 2 Garlic cloves, crushed 1 Inch piece fresh gingerroot, -grated 2 oz Blanched almonds or unsalted -cashew nuts, chopped 1/4 c Boiling water Heat oil in a heavy skillet, add spices and cook over medium heat 5 to 10 minutes, until golden brown, stirring constantly. Add garlic and gingerroot and cook 2 minutes more, then cool. Put spice mixture in a blender or food processor fitted with the metal blade. Add almonds or cashew nuts and water; grind to a smooth paste. Cover tightly and keep in a cool place for up to 1 month. From: Steve Herrick Source: [The Book of Curries & Indian Foods by Linda Fraser] |