4 Cooking Churnas using Cumin

Churna is the combination of powder in Ayurveda. It can be herbs, spices or dry fruits. Making churnas is easy and can save cooking time in a busy week. To make them use freshly grounded spice powder. Mix them well and store them in an airtight jar for up to six months. These recipes make approximately 1 cup. 

Taco Seasoning Recipe:

• 1/4 cup Chili Powder
• 1/4 cup Cumin powder.
• 1 tablespoon hing.
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Oregano leaf (or oregano leaf powder)
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 cup pink salt (optional)
• 1 teaspoon ground pepper

To make: Put all in a jar and shake well or mix in a food processor until mixed. 

Homemade Curry Powder Recipe:

• 1/2 cup Paprika
• 1/4 cup cumin powder.
• 1 tablespoon Fennel Powder
• 2 Tablespoons Fenugreek powder (optional)- gives sweetness
• 2 tablespoons Ground Mustard Powder
• 1 tablespoon ground Red Pepper Flakes (optional)- adds spiciness
• 3 tablespoons ground coriander (optional)
• 1/4 cup ground Turmeric root
• 1 tablespoon ground cardamon (optional)
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cloves powder (optional) – Adds complex flavour

 

Fajita Seasoning:

• 1/4 cup chilli powder
• 2 tablespoons pink salt ( optional)
• 2 tablespoons Paprika
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 tablespoon hing
• 1 teaspoon cayenne powder (optional)
• 1 tablespoon cumin powder.

 

 

Chili Seasoning Mix:

• 1/2 cup chilli powder
• 1/4 cup hing powder or garlic powder
• 3 tablespoons onion powder
• 1/4 cup oregano
• 2 tablespoons paprika
• 1/4 cup cumin.
• 1 tablespoon thyme