Step 2: Start the aromatic base of the sauce
Sauce base
- butter60 g4 spoonfuls
- garam masala4 g
- turmeric powder3 g
- garlic3 cloves
- fenugreek seeds2 g
- cumin2 g
- fresh ginger1” knob
- shallots1
- jalapeños1
- kashmiri chili powder1 g
In a food processor or mortar & pestle, puree the garlic, ginger, shallot, and jalapeño until they form a rough paste.
Melt the butter in a saucepan over high heat. Add the aromatic paste to the butter and for a few minutes until fragrant and translucent.
Add the dried, ground spices to the pan to bloom them for a minute or so until fragrant.