Keema Matar

Step 2: Toast the spices & aromatics

  • Spice base

    • cooking oil
      a drizzle15 g
    • ground cinnamon
      , whole
      1/2 stick
    • whole cloves
      , whole
      2-3
    • bay leaves
      1
    • ground peppercorns, cumin, mustard seeds

  • Aromatics

    • onions
      , diced
      1/2
    • garlic
      , grated or minced
      2 cloves
    • fresh ginger
      , grated or minced
      a 1" knob
    • green chilies
      , minced
      2-3
    • salt
      a sprinkle

Set a pan over medium heat, add a drizzle of oil, enough to cover the pan.

Once hot, add the cinnamon stick, cloves, bay leaf, ground peppercorns, mustard seed, and cumin. for 10-20 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.

Add all the remaining aromatics except for the tomato and for a minute or two until they are softened and fragrant.

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