Unleash the bold, fiery flavors of India with this homemade Vindaloo Paste recipe! Packed with aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, mustard seeds, and cloves, this authentic Indian spice blend is roasted and ground to perfection before being blended with red chilies, garlic, ginger, and tangy white vinegar. The result is a versatile, richly spiced paste that transforms any dish into a vibrant, restaurant-worthy vindaloo feast. Perfect for marinating meats, spicing up curries, or enhancing veggies, this easy-to-make paste takes just 25 minutes and can be refrigerated or frozen for convenient use. Dive into the world of Indian cuisine and bring bold heat to your kitchen with this must-have recipe staple!
Heat a dry skillet over medium heat.
Add cumin seeds, coriander seeds, mustard seeds, cloves, and cinnamon stick to the skillet. Dry roast for 1-2 minutes until aromatic.
Allow the spices to cool, then grind them into a fine powder using a spice grinder or mortar and pestle.
In a blender or food processor, combine the roasted and ground spice mix with turmeric powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, dried red chilies, grated ginger, minced garlic, white vinegar, vegetable oil, salt, and water.
Blend the mixture into a smooth paste, scraping down the sides of the blender as needed.
Transfer the vindaloo paste into an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, or freeze for longer storage.
Calories |
390 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 31.8 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2408 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.8 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | ||
| Protein | 6.5 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 225 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 664 mg | 14% | |
*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.