Paleo Rogan Josh Spice
I can't get Penzey's Rogan Josh Spice so I found this recipe to make it myself
I can't get Penzey's Rogan Josh Spice so I found this recipe to make it myself
- Carbohydrate 34.3063641666667 g
- Cholesterol 0 mg
- Fat 6.69238583333333 g
- Fiber 19.0857669178645 g
- Protein 7.719595 g
- Saturated Fat 0.924048833333333 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Recipe (58g)
- Sodium 88.5530833333333 mg
- Sugar 15.2205972488022 g
- Trans Fat 1.06991458333333 g
- Calories 173 calories
Step-by-step
- Mix and store Ingredients : 4 teaspoons chili powder, 4 teaspoons salt, 4 teaspoons cinnamon, 1 teaspoon cardamom, 1 teaspoon cloves, 3/4 teaspoon ginger powder, 12 teaspoons paprika, 8 teaspoons cumin, 8 teaspoons coriander
Limited pantry space demands careful curation of dry goods, yet commercial spice blends often sit stale on shelves for months before purchase. This homemade version eliminates store-bought monotony by relying entirely on bulk spices purchased as whole seeds whenever possible. Grinding your own spices changes everything about aroma compounds and volatile oils. Pre-ground paprika and cinnamon lose their potency within six months. Whole cumin and coriander retain their essential oils for up to one year if kept in airtight glass containers away from direct sunlight.
Optimizing Ground Spice Potency
Roast whole coriander and cumin seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for precisely ninety seconds until they darken slightly and release a strong, toasted fragrance. Transfer the seeds immediately to a cold ceramic bowl to halt the cooking process. Grind them in a clean spice grinder until the particles measure roughly 200 microns. Sift the resulting powder through a fine-mesh sieve to remove stubborn seed husks that create an unpleasant texture in sauces. Whisk the freshly ground spices thoroughly with the paprika, salt, and ginger powder until the mixture achieves a uniform brick-red hue.
- Store the finished spice blend in an opaque glass jar at room temperature for maximum longevity.
- Replace pre-ground cinnamon with freshly grated Ceylon cinnamon sticks to prevent a medicinal bitterness from overwhelming the dish.
- Discard the spice batch if exposed to ambient kitchen humidity that causes clumping and mold growth.
