Smoked Chipotle Morita Masala

Makes: 4

Prep Time: 0 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Enjoy this fragrant, pan-toasted masala in curries, dals, dips, sauces, dressings, grilling rubs for meats, stir-fries, stews and soups. The heat level can be controlled and lessened by removing the seeds from the chili peppers before pan toasting. The recipe will yield roughly 4-5 tablespoons, depending on the size of chili peppers. Double the recipe if desired and store in an air tight container in a cool, dry pantry for later use.

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Ingredients:

2 smoked Organic Chipotle Morita Chili Peppers* whole or halved with seeds removed
1 Tbsp (4.2g) Organic Coriander Seeds*
1 Tbsp (6.4g) Organic Cumin Seeds*
2 tsp (7g) chana dal
1 tsp (1g) Tellicherry Extra-Bold Black Peppercorns*
1 tsp (3.2g) Organic Black Seeds*
1/2 tsp (2g) Organic Fenugreek Seeds*
Himalayan Pink Salt* optional, to taste

Instructions:

1. In a hot, dry skillet, pan toast the Chipotle Morita chili peppers for 30 seconds, holding them down with a spatula. Flip and repeat on the other sides. Immediately transfer to a plate to cool.

2. In the same skillet, dry toast all of the spices for 20-30 seconds, stirring constantly, until darkened and fragrant. Be careful not to burn! Immediately transfer to the same plate as the chili pepper. Allow everything to cool completely.

3. Grind the chili peppers and spices to a powder in a spice grinder. Use immediately or store for later use.

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