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nihrai masala powder recipe video-01

Nihari Masala

Simple and easy recipe to prepare Nihari masala powder. Looking at how to make nihari masala at home then this recipe help to make restaurant-style nihari.
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Course: masala
Cuisine: Indian, Pakistani
Keyword: nihari masala
Prep Time: 7 minutes
Total Time: 7 minutes
Servings: 4 Persons
Calories: 29kcal
Author: Hinz
Cost: $1

Equipment

  • Grinder

Ingredients

  • Bay leaves – 8
  • Cinnamon – 6-6 3″
  • Nutmeg – ½ piece
  • Star Anise – 2
  • Green Cardamom – 20
  • Black pepper – 40
  • Cloves – 25
  • Dry Ginger – Saunth 6″ piece
  • Fennel Seeds – 1.5 Tbsp
  • Coriander Seed – 3 Tsp
  • Black Cumin – 1 Tsp
  • Cumin Seeds – 2 Tsp

Instructions

  • Method:
  • Combine and grind all ingredients to make a powder in grinder.
  • Now in a separate bowl add:
  • Red Chili Powder – 2 Tsp
  • Turmeric Powder – 1.5 Tsp
  • Coriander Powder – 1 Tsp
  • Grinded Masala – 2 Tbsp
  • Mix well…
  • Nihari Masala Powder is ready to add in Nihari

Notes

  • Always use fresh ingredients to make masala.
  • Roasting masala can make it more delicious.
  • Make sure to roast on slow heat until it becomes aromatic.
  • Use the proper quantity of spices and whole garam masala.
  • Properly sieve masala before storing it in an airtight jar. 

Nutrition

Serving: 25g | Calories: 29kcal