Singapore Curry Powder
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Course : Mixes
From: HungryMonster.com
Serves: 3
 

Ingredients:

1 cup coriander seeds
1 cup cumin seeds
2/3 cup whole star anise
1/3 cup dried red chilies -- seeds and stems
1/4 cup turmeric
1 piece cinnamon
4 whole cloves
2 tablespoons black peppercorns
2 tablespoons cardamom -- (opt)
2 tablespoons nutmeg -- (opt)
 

Preparation:

Roast each of the spices separately in a dry skillet over low heat, stirring constantly, until they are lightly browned. Take care that they do not burn. Grind the spices together in a food processor, blender or mortar and pestle until they form a fine powder. Store in a small airtight container. Note: adjust the heat level by using piquin or Thai chilies for extra heat or New Mexico chilies for less heat. A World of Curries by Dave DeWitt and Arthur Pais ISBN 0-316-18224-9 pg 148