Herb Of The Week -Cumin - Recipes - Condiments

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Some condiments recipes for your culinary pleasure

 

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Chris (list mom)

http://www.alittleolfactory.com

 

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Garam masala

 

2 tablespoons cumin seeds

2 tablespoons coriander seeds

2 tablespoons cardamom seeds

2 tablespoons black peppercorns

1 (3-inch) stick cinnamon, broken up

1 teaspoon whole cloves

1 teaspoon grated nutmeg

1/2 teaspoon saffron (optional)

 

Toast cumin, coriander, cardamom, peppercorns, cinnamon, and cloves in a

dry heavy skillet over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until

they turn several shades darker and give off a sweet smoky aroma, about

10 minutes. Do not raise the heat to quicken the process, or the spices

will brown prematurely, leaving the insides undercooked and the outsides

overcooked. Cool completely.

 

 

Transfer the mixture to a spice mill or coffee grinder and grind to a

powder. Stir in the nutmeg and saffron. Use immediately or store in an

airtight container in a cool, dry place.

 

 

This spice blend is an essential ingredient in many Indian dishes.

 

 

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Chili Powder

 

1 part dried ground cayenne

6 parts assorted favorite dried chilies (such as ancho and pasilla)

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2 parts garlic powder

1 1/2 parts ground cumin seed

1 1/2 parts ground oregano

 

Combine all the ingredients together and mix well.

 

*Choose which pepper powders to add according to how hot or mild you

like your spice to be.

 

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Cumin Ketchup

 

 

1/2 cup ketchup

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar or red wine vinegar

 

Combine ketchup, cumin and vinegar in bowl. Let stand at room

temperature for about half an hour. Can be used in place of regular

ketchup on any food you want to add zip to!

 

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Spicy Herb Butter

 

 

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

1/2 tablespoon garlic, chopped

1 cup fresh basil, coarsely chopped

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

1/4 teaspoon chili powder

 

Mix butter, garlic, basil, cumin, black pepper, and chili powder in

container. Let sit.

 

Can be used in place of butter in all savory recipes.