Tandoori Spice Mix
Elevate your culinary creations with this vibrant and aromatic homemade Tandoori Spice Mix, a must-have blend for Indian-inspired cooking. Featuring a rich medley of ground coriander, cumin, paprika, turmeric, cayenne, and warming notes of cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, this carefully balanced spice mix delivers the perfect harmony of bold, earthy, and slightly smoky flavors. Easily customizable with optional fenugreek powder for authentic depth, this recipe is ready in just 5 minutes and makes enough to transform countless dishes. Ideal for marinating proteins, seasoning roasted vegetables, or spicing up your favorite recipes, this homemade tandoori masala ensures fresh, preservative-free flavor with every use. Store in an airtight container and bring the magic of vibrant Indian spices to your kitchen all year long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Ground coriander
- 2 tablespoons Ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons Paprika
- 1 tablespoon Ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon Ground cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon Fenugreek powder (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Measure out all the spices and gather them in one place to ensure accuracy.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the ground coriander, cumin, paprika, turmeric, cayenne pepper, cinnamon, ginger, black pepper, ground cloves, fenugreek powder (if using), and salt.
Mix the spices thoroughly using a whisk or spoon until you achieve a uniform blend with no visible clumps of individual spices.
Transfer the spice mix into an airtight container or a spice jar with a tight-fitting lid to preserve its freshness and potency.
Store in a cool, dark place (like a pantry or spice drawer) for up to 6 months. Shake the container briefly before using to redistribute the spices.
Use approximately 1–2 tablespoons of this spice mix per pound of protein or vegetables when preparing tandoori dishes, marinades, or other Indian-inspired recipes. Adjust quantity to taste.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
176 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.0 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.0 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2404 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.9 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.4 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.4 g | ||
| Protein | 7.5 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 292 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 21.2 mg | 118% | |
| Potassium | 978 mg | 21% | |
*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.
