Cooking Recipe Colombo Powder (French West Indies "Curry Pow
Recipe Ingredients
2 tb
White rice
2 tb
Cumin seeds
2 tb
Coriander seeds
1 1/2 ts
Mustard seeds, pref. black
1 1/2 ts
Black peppercorns
1 1/2 ts
Fenugreek seeds
1/2 ts
Whole cloves
2 tb
Turmeric
Directions
Roast rice in a small dry skillet over medium heat, shaking the pan
frequently, until the grains are a light golden brown, about 5
minutes. Transfer to a plate to cool. Add all spices to the skillet
except turmeric and roast over medium heat, shaking the pan, until
toasted and fragrant, about 3 minutes. Transfer the spices to the
plate. Grind the rice and roasted spices in a spice mill or blender
into a fine powder. Work in turmeric. Store the powder in an airtight
container away from heat and light. It will keep for several months.