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Korma Curry Paste Recipe

One of the world’s most loved curry paste blends

  • Author: Flaevor
  • Prep Time: 15 Minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 Minute
  • Total Time: 16 Minutes
  • Yield: approx. 1 cup
  • Category: Spice Blends
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Indian

Ingredients

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  • 1 tbsp cumin seeds
  • 2 tbsp coriander seeds
  • 4 green cardamom pods
  • 1/2 tsp ground turmeric (turmeric powder)
  • 2 tbsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • 3 tbsp rapeseed or vegetable oil
  • 1 tbsp water
  • 3 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 2” fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste 
  • 2 tbsp desiccated coconut
  • 2 tbsp almond flour (or cashew nuts that have been soaked in water for 10 minutes)

Instructions

  1. Place cardamom pods, cumin and coriander seeds in a frying pan over low heat. Dry roast, stirring constantly for 30 seconds to 1 minute or until they start to release their aroma. Remove from heat. Leave to cool completely.
  2. Transfer all seeds to a food processor. Add turmeric powder, garam masala, red chili powder, garlic, ginger, tomato paste, desiccated coconut, almond flour or cashew nuts, oil and water and grind to a smooth paste.
  3. Use immediately or store in the refrigerator for 3 – 4 days.

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