Homemade Coriander Powder/Homemade Dhania Masala Powder
Homemade Coriander Powder is prepared by roasting the coriander (dhania) seeds and then grinding it to make smooth powder. The masala powder can also be prepared without roasting. Sun dry the seeds and then blend it to make the powder.
Servings 500 grams
Calories
Ingredients
- 500 grams Coriander Seeds
Instructions
- Heat kadai or pan over low flame.
- Add the Coriander Seeds and dry roast it by continuously mixing it with a spatula.
- Do not leave the Coriander Seeds unattended. Keep stirring it regularly till its colour slightly changes and leaves fragrance and aroma.
- Switch off the stove and remove the roasted seeds into a plate. Allow it to cool down completely.
- After the seeds get completely cooled, transfer it to the grinder jar.
- Close the lid of the grinder jar and grind it to make a smooth powder.
- Check the powder if it is finely blended or not. If not, grind it again to make smooth powder.
- To make finely smooth coriander powder, you can sieve it.
- Homemade Coriander Masala Powder is ready to be used in your favourite recipe.
- Cool the masala powder and then transfer it to air tight container. Store it in cool and dry place. You can store it in freeze.
Notes
- Roast the Coriander Seeds under low flame so that it does not burn. If it gets burnt, then it will ruin the taste of the coriander powder.
- While roasting the Coriander Seeds, don’t leave it unattended. Keep mixing the seeds continuously so that it is evenly roasted and does not burn.
- The roasted Coriander Seeds should be grinded only after it gets completed cooled.
- The Coriander Powder can also be prepared without roasting it. Simply dry the seeds under sun for few days and then blend it to make smooth powder.
- Store the Coriander Masala Powder in an air tight container after it gets completely cooled. It can be used for few months if stored in a packed container. Do not use wet spoon for the masala.