Fried rice masala powder is a combination of ground spices such as cinnamon, cloves and green cardamom along with others such as star anise, mace, nutmeg and more.
These spices are dry roasted before grinding to enhance their flavor further. Join me as I unlock the process of making homemade fried rice masala powder.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Fried rice masala powder recipe is customizable and the ratios of spices can be altered according to users’ preference.
- This powder can be used in an assortment of fried rice made with vegetable, chicken, egg, paneer, shrimp, or all mixed together. It is also good to add in a few Indo-Chinese fusion recipes such as Manchurian or Schezwan rice.
- Preserving the freshness and flavor of the powder is best done in an airtight glass container stored in a cool and dark place. Do not make too much powder at a time
- A few other similar powders are garam masala powder, curry powder, five-spice powder, and zesty chaat masala powder.
How to Make Fried Rice Masala Powder? (Step by Step Guide with Images)
Step 1: Take a frying pan or wok and heat it on a low flame on your gas stove.
Step 2: Put 1 tsp white peppercorns (shah marich), 1 small piece of star anise, 1 small mace (javitri) torn into small pieces, 2 small pieces of nutmeg (jaifal), 2 small sticks of cinnamon, 1 tbsp of green cardamom, and 1 tbsp of cloves into it.
Step 3: Stir the ingredients continuously so that it does not get burnt during the dry roasting process.
Step 4: Continue stirring until it changes to brown color and releases its magical flavor.
Step 5: Transfer the spices to a bowl and keep them aside so that the spices cool off completely.
Step 6: Now, transfer the ingredients into your grinder.
Step 7: Grind it nicely into a smooth powder.
Step 8: Your fried rice masala powder is ready.
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Fried Rice Masala Powder
Ingredients
- 1 tsp White pepper
- 1 piece Star anise small
- 1 piece Mace (javitri) small flower torn to pieces
- 2 pieces Nutmeg (jaifal) small
- 2 pieces Cinnamon small
- 1 tbsp Green cardamom
- 1 tbsp Cloves
Instructions
- Take a frying pan or wok and heat it on a low flame on your gas stove.
- Put 1 tsp white peppercorns (shah marich), 1 small piece of star anise, 1 small mace (javitri) torn into small pieces, 2 small pieces of nutmeg (jaifal), 2 small sticks of cinnamon, 1 tbsp of green cardamom, and 1 tbsp of cloves into it.
- Stir the ingredients continuously so that it does not get burnt during the dry roasting process.
- Continue stirring until it changes to brown color and releases its magical flavor.
- Transfer the spices to a bowl and keep them aside so that the spices cool off completely.
- Now, transfer the ingredients into your grinder.
- Grind it nicely into a smooth powder.
- Your fried rice masala powder is ready.
Notes
- Selecting top-quality whole spices and dry-roasting them to perfection on a low flame is the key to make fried rice masala powder at home.
- Keep a close eye on the change in color of the spices while roasting. Ensure that the spices are not burnt but turn brown evenly. Stir them continuously.
- I would strongly recommend cooling the roasted whole spices before grinding as well as the ground powder before transferring it into a jar for storage.
- I prefer a well-blended powder and grind the spices thoroughly. However, if you prefer a coarse texture, you are welcome.
- Whenever you use the masala powder, ensure scooping the necessary amount with a dry spoon. This will prevent contamination due to moisture introduction.
