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                               NUT MASALA

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Serving Size  : 6    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Indian

 Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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  2       tb           Vegetable oil
  1       t            Cumin seeds
  1       t            Cardamon seeds
  1       tb           Poppy seeds
  1       t            Black peppercorns
  2                    Garlic cloves, crushed
  1                    Inch piece fresh gingerroot,
                       -grated
  2       oz           Blanched almonds or unsalted
                       -cashew nuts, chopped
    1/4   c            Boiling water

 Heat oil in a heavy skillet, add spices and cook over
 medium heat 5 to 10 minutes, until golden brown,
 stirring constantly. Add garlic and gingerroot and
 cook 2 minutes more, then cool.

 Put spice mixture in a blender or food processor
 fitted with the metal blade. Add almonds or cashew
 nuts and water; grind to a smooth paste. Cover tightly
 and keep in a cool place for up to 1 month.

 From: Steve Herrick Source: [The Book of Curries &
 Indian Foods by Linda Fraser]



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