Jain Masala

Jain Masala Powder Recipe

Here's a basic recipe for Jain masala powder:

Ingredients:

• 1 Cup coriander seeds
• 1/2 Cup cumin seeds
• 1/4 Cup black peppercorns
• 1/4 Cup dried red chilies
• 2 Tablespoons fennel seeds
• 2 Tablespoons fenugreek seeds
• 1 Tablespoon black mustard seeds
• 1 Tablespoon cloves
• 1 Tablespoon cinnamon sticks
• 1 Tablespoon cardamom pods
• 1 Tablespoon turmeric powder

Instructions:

• Dry roast all the whole spices (coriander seeds, cumin seeds, black peppercorns, dried red chilies, fennel seeds, fenugreek seeds, black mustard seeds, cloves, cinnamon sticks, and cardamom pods) separately in a pan until fragrant. Make sure not to burn them.
• Let the roasted spices cool down completely.
• Once cooled, grind all the roasted spices along with turmeric powder to a fine powder using a spice grinder or a mortar and pestle.
• Store the masala powder in an airtight container in a cool, dark place.

This masala powder can be used in various Jain recipes to add flavor and aroma. Adjust the quantity of red chilies according to your spice preference. Additionally, you can customize the ingredients based on your taste preferences.