Indian Mustard Curry Paste

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Indian Mustard Curry Paste

Indian Mustard Curry Paste is a traditional Indian recipe for a classic base curry paste of mixed spices, onions, garlic and red chillies in a vinegar base. The full recipe is presented here and I hope you enjoy this classic Indian version of: Indian Mustard Curry Paste.

prep time

20 minutes

cook time

75 minutes

Total Time:

95 minutes

Serves:

4–6

Rating:

Tags : Curry Chilli Recipes Spice Recipes Indian Recipes

Ingredients:

1 tsp mustard seeds
6 tbsp coriander seeds
1 tsp (heaped) fennel seeds
1 tsp (heaped) cloves
1 tsp (heaped) cumin seeds
1 tsp (heaped) fenugreek seeds
1 tsp black peppercorns
1 tsp ground turmeric
1 tbsp paprika
3 garlic cloves
1 large onions, chopped
5 fresh red chillies (or to taste)
2 tbsp vinegar

Method:

Lightly toast the mustard seeds, coriander seeds, fennel seeds, cloves, cumin seeds, black pepper and fenugreek seeds in a non-stick pan until aromatic (but be careful they do not burn). Turn into a spice grinder or coffee grinder and add the turmeric and paprika and render to a fine powder.

Turn into a mortar and pound in the garlic and chillies until you have a smooth paste. Work in the vinegar and then pound in the onions until smooth.

Use immediately as the flavour base for any Indian-style curry or in any recipe that calls for a 'curry paste'.