Homemade Chola Masala

Yields1 Serving

DifficultyIntermediatePrep Time5 minsTotal Time5 mins

¾ tsp Tumeric

½ tsp Javitri (Mace)

1 tsp Amchoor Powder (Mango Powder)

1 tsp Cumin Powder

½ tsp Ajwain (Carom Seeds)

6 Cloves

¼ tsp Nutmeg Powder

1 tsp Whole Black Peppercorns

6 Cardamom Pods

1 tsp Fenugreek Leaves

1 tsp Fennel Seeds

1 tsp Kalonji Seeds (Black Nigella Seeds)

1 tbsp Coriander Seeds

½ tbsp Red Pepper, crushed

In a coffee or spice grinder, combine all spices except fennel seeds, kalonji seeds, coriander, and red pepper; grind until fine.

Add remaining spices and grind to make a coarse mixture.

Note: You only need 1 tablespoon of this homemade chola masala for this recipe. Store the remaining masala in a zip lock bag for up to three months.

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