With whole spices like pimento (allspice), star anise, cinnamon and cloves, this Jamaican curry powder has a distinctive taste when compared to Indian style curry blends.
Instructions: (makes about ½ a cup)
If you have them available, use as many whole spices as possible. If it is more practical you can swap with pre-ground spices if that's all you have.
4 tbsp coriander seeds
1½ tbsp garlic powder
1½ allspice berries
1 tbsp turmeric
1 tbsp fenugreek seeds
1 tbsp ground ginger
1 tbsp chilli powder (more if you like heat)
1 tbsp black peppercorns
1 tbsp thyme
2 inch piece cinnamon
10 cloves
5 star anise (optional)
1½ tsp sea salt (optional)
tbsp = tablespoon
tsp = teaspoon
Directions:
Lightly roast the coriander seeds, peppercorns, cloves, fenugreek and allspice berries. Let these cool and grind along with the star anise and cinnamon stick. See cooking with spices for photos and tips on this.
Once ground, combine with the other pre-ground spices.
Store in an airtight jar out of direct sunlight.
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