Singapore Curry Powder #1

Curry Powder

Singapore Curry Powder #1
Singapore

Southeast Asian curry powders are rather different from Indian versions, lighter and fruitier - this one is aromatic with star anise. Of the options, cardamon would be for more Indian style dishes. This recipe will easily fit in a 4-oz spice jar.

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4
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8
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1/2
1
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1/2
1/2

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Cumin seeds
Coriander seeds
Star Anise whole
Red Chili dry (1)
Cloves, whole
Cinnamon stick
Peppercorns black
Turmeric ground
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Cardamon seeds
Nutmeg

In a dry skillet over moderate heat, roast the CUMIN SEEDS stirring until they are fragrent and darken just a shade. Do the same to the CORIANDER SEEDS. Do the cumin first because it's easiest to judge by smell when the pan is hot enough.
Grind All Whole Ingredients to a fine powder in your spice grinder (see Note-2).
Mix All Ingredients thoroughly.
Package in an airtight jar.

NOTES:

Chilis: For the count of 8 I use Thai Chilis or Arbols which, results in reasonably mild curries - vary to your preference. For details see my Chili Page.
Spice Grinder: A little whirling blade coffee grinder is excellent for this job - mine is a Krups.
U.S. measure: t=teaspoon, T=Tablespoon, c=cup, qt=quart, oz=ounce, #=pound, cl=clove in=inch