Sauces & basics
Bhaja moshla (roasted spice blend)
A blend of toasted spices, cumin, coriander and black mustard seeds leading the way, which keeps for several weeks. It is sprinkled over dals, vegetables and meats at the end of cooking to give them a lovely roasted note.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Heat a dry pan over medium heat.
- Toast the cumin, coriander, mustard, fennel and peppercorns for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring, until they release their aroma.
- Add the dried chillies, cinnamon and cloves, and leave for 1 more minute.
- Let cool completely, then grind to a fine powder in a spice grinder or with a mortar and pestle.
- Store in an airtight jar, away from light.
Variations and tips
More fragrant. Add a pinch of freshly grated nutmeg when grinding.
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Original Ecomely recipe.