May 21 2009
Home made chana masala powder
My own version of chana masala powder…
Ingredients
cumin seeds – 100gms
black cardamom – 10 gms
small cardamom – 5 gms
Star anise – 1 gms
black peppercorns – 25 gms
dried red chillies – 5 gms
dried ginger/soonthi powder – large pinch
grated nutmeg – 1/4 no
cloves – 5 gms
cinnamon – 5gms
amchur powder – 5gms (optional)
Method
- Roast each ingredient seperately till dark brown.
- Roast all except nutmeg, ginger and amchur powder.
- Pound to a fine powder.
- Transfer it into a box with tight lid and it will retain its freshness.