Dhan Shak Masala

Dhansaak Masala Powder Recipe
from: http://parsicuisine.com/parsi-dhansak-for-the-good-times-by-rita-kapadia/
by: Rita Kapadia

Ingredients:
1 Kg. Coriander seeds (Dhanya seeds)
200 grms Cumin (Jeera Seeds)
100 grms Black Pepper (Kali Mirchi)
100 grms Fenugreek seeds (Methi seeds)
100 grms Black Mustard seeds (Rai)
300 grms Red Chilies
200 grms Haldi (Turmeric powder)
50 grms Tej Patta (Tamal Patta)
20 grms Badyan (Black Flower shaped anise pods)
20 grms Lavang (Cloves)
20 grms Dalchini (Cinnamon sticks)
20 grms Dry Soonth (Ginger powder)
20 grms Elaichi (Cardamom powder)

Method:
1. Check and clean all ingredients for debris and keep in sunlight for 1 day.
2. Roast on Tava taking care to prevent scorching.
3. Cool. Then grind into a powder in a Ninja Machine or Masala chakki.
4. Let the Masala cool. Sieve and fill in airtight containers.

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