Balti Spice Recipe

Name: Balti Spice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tbsp (60 ml) coriander seeds; 2 tbsp (30 ml) white cumin seeds; 2 pieces cassia bark, (2 inch); 1 tsp (5 ml) fennel seeds; 2 tsp (10 ml) black mustard seeds; 4 cloves; 1/2 tsp (2 ml) wild onion seeds; 1/2 tsp (2 ml) fenugreek seeds; 1 tsp (5 ml) dry fenugreek leaves; 10 dry curry leaves; 1 tsp (5 ml) Green cardamom seeds; 1/2 tsp (2 ml) lovage seeds; 1 recipe Balti Spice; 6 oz (168 grm). vinegar, spiced or plain; 6 oz (168 grm). vegetable oil or peanut oil

Servings: persons

4 tbsp (60 ml) coriander seeds
2 tbsp (30 ml) white cumin seeds
2 pieces cassia bark, (2 inch)
1 tsp (5 ml) fennel seeds
2 tsp (10 ml) black mustard seeds
4 cloves
1/2 tsp (2 ml) wild onion seeds
1/2 tsp (2 ml) fenugreek seeds
1 tsp (5 ml) dry fenugreek leaves
10 dry curry leaves
1 tsp (5 ml) Green cardamom seeds
1/2 tsp (2 ml) lovage seeds
1 recipe Balti Spice
6 oz (168 grm). vinegar, spiced or plain
6 oz (168 grm). vegetable oil or peanut oil

1
Roast, cool and grind the whole spices.
2
Mix with the ground ones, and store tightly covered (a recycled spice bottle is ideal).
3
Place the ground spices in a bowl.
4
Add vinegar, and water sufficient to make a paste.
5
Let stand 10 to 15 minutes.
6
Heat the oil in a wok.
7
Add the paste.
8
Stir-fry until the water content is cooked out (about 3-5 minutes) and the paste thickens and begins to bubble with the same kind of boiling noise that oatmeal makes.
9
Remove from heat.
10
Bottle while hot in boiled jars.
11
When in the bottle, add heated oil to top off, seal, and store.

414

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tbsp (60 ml) coriander seeds, 2 tbsp (30 ml) white cumin seeds, 2 pieces cassia bark, (2 inch), 1 tsp (5 ml) fennel seeds, and more.

Yes, Balti Spice falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Balti Spice

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Variations & substitutions

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