Indian Curry Rub
Elevate your culinary creations with this vibrant and versatile Indian Curry Rub, a fragrant blend of spices that brings bold, authentic Indian flavors to your kitchen in just minutes. Combining pantry staples like ground cumin, coriander, and garam masala with warm notes of cinnamon, turmeric, and paprika, this spice mix is perfectly balanced with a hint of sweetness from brown sugar. For those who crave extra heat, a dash of cayenne pepper can be added to customize your rub. Use it as a dry rub for chicken, lamb, or seafood, or mix it with oil or yogurt for a flavorful wet marinade. Quick to prepare and long-lasting when stored properly, this essential spice blend is the key to unlocking Indian-inspired dishes bursting with aroma and depth.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons Ground coriander
- 1 tablespoon Garam masala
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 2 teaspoons Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Brown sugar
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, combine the ground cumin, coriander, garam masala, turmeric powder, paprika, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground black pepper, salt, and brown sugar.
If you enjoy a spicier rub, stir in the optional cayenne pepper.
Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until well combined and no clumps remain.
Transfer the blend to an airtight jar or container for storage. Ensure the container is sealed tightly to preserve freshness.
Use this curry rub as a dry marinade for meats like chicken, lamb, or fish. Alternatively, mix it with a tablespoon or two of oil or yogurt for a wet marinade.
This blend will stay fresh for up to 6 months when stored in a cool, dark place.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
172 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.6 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.9 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2400 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.3 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.7 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.2 g | ||
| Protein | 6.5 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 313 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 19.9 mg | 111% | |
| Potassium | 762 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
