Balti Masala Spice Mix
balti, indian, spice
4 tablespoon coriander seeds
2 tablespoon white cumin seeds
2 2-inch pieces cassia bark
1 teaspoon fennel seeds
2 teaspoon black mustard seeds
4 cloves
1/2 teaspoon wild onion seeds
1/2 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
1 teaspoon dry fenugreek leaves
10 dry curry leaves
1 teaspoon green cardamom seeds
1/2 teaspoon lovage seeds
This is the basic spice mix for making Balti masala paste. It can also be used dry, while cooking.
Roast, cool and grind the whole spices. Mix with the ground ones, and store tightly covered (a recycled spice bottle is ideal).
Yield: 12 servings