GARLIC PEANUT CURRY MASALA

This Masala Slaps—Peanuts, Garlic, Drama!
For best flavor, always roast ingredients on low flame until aromatic. Cool completely before grinding to maintain freshness. Use dry coconut for longer shelf life. Store in an airtight jar away from sunlight for up to a month. This masala enhances the flavor of bland vegetables—try it with ridge gourd, brinjal, or potato. You can skip red chili powder if using spicy chilies while grinding. Adjust tamarind as per tanginess preference.
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Step-by-Step Recipe : Masala So Good, Even Your Sabzi Will Thank You!
INGREDIENTS
- Oil – ½ tablespoon
- Chana dal – 1 tablespoon
- Urad dal – 1 tablespoon
- Coriander seeds – ½ tablespoon
- Cumin seeds (jeera) – ½ teaspoon
- Roasted peanuts – 3 tablespoons
- Sesame seeds – 3 tablespoons
- Dry coconut pieces – 2 tablespoons
- Garlic cloves (peeled) – 10
- Curry leaves – A handful
- Tamarind – Small piece
- Turmeric powder – ½ teaspoon
- Red chili powder – 1 tablespoon
- Salt – To taste

PREPARATION STEPS
- Heat oil in a pan on low flame.
- Add chana dal, urad dal, coriander seeds, and cumin seeds. Fry until golden and aromatic.
- Add sesame seeds, dry coconut pieces, garlic cloves, curry leaves, and tamarind.
- Continue to sauté the mixture until fragrant and golden.
- Turn off the heat. Let the mixture cool completely.
- In a mixer jar, add this cooled mixture along with roasted peanuts, turmeric, red chili powder, and salt.
- Grind everything into a fine powder.
- Store the masala powder in an airtight container.