Goan Samaar (Basic Spice Powder)

Goan Samaar is the basic spice mix used in Saraswat cuisine.

Ingredients:

1. Coriander seeds – 10 to 11 tsp
2. Peppercorns – 1 tsp
3. Red chillies – 3 to 4
4. Cloves – 2 to 4
5. Cinnamon – a tiny piece
6. Cumin seeds – a pinch
7. White peas – 5 (optional)

Procedure:

• Dry roast all the ingredients.
• Let them cool and grind to a fine powder.
• Use it in certain Goan dishes like dal kanyacho ros, dangar etc.

Tip:

• You may add some other spices also as per your choice.
• It can be prepared in larger quantity and stored in a glass jar.