South indian curry powder

1 servings

Ingredients

Quantity Ingredient
¾ cup Coriander seed
⅓ cup Toor dal -- split
¼ cup Chana dal
2 teaspoons Canola oil
⅓ cup Dried red chilies
1 teaspoon Ground asafetida, hing --
Optional

Directions

Dry roast the coriander, toor dal and chana dal separately in a skillet over moderate heat until aromatic. Grind to a powder in a spice grinder. Add 1 tbsp oil to the skillet. Add the red chilies and cook, stirring, until lightly browned. Add the chilies to the spice grinder. Grind to a powder. Add the asafetida. Mix well.

Store in an airtight container for about 1 to 2 months. Makes about 1¼ cups.

Recipe By : Indian Light Cooking From: Meg Antczak Date: 07-30-95 (20:23) (159) Fido: Cooking

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