How to Prepare Chicken Masala Powder: A Flavorful Spice Blend for Exquisite Chicken Dishes
Chicken masala powder is a popular spice blend used in Indian cuisine to add a rich and aromatic flavor to chicken dishes. This homemade masala powder is easy to prepare and can be stored for future use. In this article, we will guide you through the process of how to prepare chicken masala powder, ensuring that your chicken dishes are bursting with flavor.
Ingredients:
To make chicken masala powder, you will need the following ingredients:
– 1 tablespoon cumin seeds
– 1 tablespoon coriander seeds
– 1 tablespoon fennel seeds
– 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
– 1 tablespoon fenugreek seeds
– 1 tablespoon red chili powder
– 1 tablespoon turmeric powder
– 1 tablespoon ginger powder
– 1 tablespoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon garam masala
– 1 teaspoon kasoori methi (dried fenugreek leaves)
– 1/2 teaspoon asafoetida (hing)
– 1/2 teaspoon black salt
– 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg powder
– 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
– 1/4 teaspoon mace powder
– 1/4 teaspoon ajwain (carom seeds)
– 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
– 1/4 teaspoon red chili powder
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions:
1. Begin by heating the vegetable oil in a small pan over medium heat. Add the cumin, coriander, fennel, and fenugreek seeds to the pan and roast them until they turn golden brown. This process typically takes about 2-3 minutes.
2. Once the seeds are roasted, remove them from the heat and grind them to a fine powder using a spice grinder or a mortar and pestle.
3. In the same pan, add the black peppercorns and roast them for about 1 minute. Add the roasted peppercorns to the ground seeds and mix well.
4. Add the red chili powder, turmeric powder, ginger powder, garlic powder, garam masala, kasoori methi, asafoetida, black salt, nutmeg powder, cardamom powder, mace powder, ajwain, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt to the pan. Stir the mixture well.
5. Heat the pan again over medium heat and roast the spices for another 2-3 minutes, until they release a pleasant aroma.
6. Remove the pan from the heat and allow the spices to cool down. Once cooled, transfer the mixture to a bowl and mix well.
7. Store the chicken masala powder in an airtight container and keep it in a cool, dry place. It can be used for up to 6 months.
Using Chicken Masala Powder:
To use the chicken masala powder, simply add it to your chicken dish according to your taste. You can use it in marinating chicken, making chicken curry, or adding it to a sautéed chicken dish. The chicken masala powder will bring out the rich flavors of the spices and make your chicken dishes truly delicious.
Now that you know how to prepare chicken masala powder, you can enjoy the aromatic and flavorful taste of Indian cuisine in your own kitchen. Happy cooking!