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Long time followers of the blog may know that I love to explore a new international cuisine at least once every month! One stop that I’ve never made is Nigeria, and of course I’ve had to make some Nigerian meat pies!
A key component for the meat mixture to have that amazing flavor is this spice blend! As I mention in my NEW motivational guide to get inspired with new cooking creations, The Chef’s Manifesto, building a meal based on flavor profiles is an excellent way to venture off into new dishes. You will most definitely unlock so much deliciousness with this Nigerian curry powder spice blend! To get started on your cooking journey today, be sure to sign up to my free email newsletter, plus you’ll receive all of my latest recipes straight to your inbox!
Similar to the Indian curry powder, I’ve learned that the Nigerian curry powder has some deep aromatics. Turmeric is a prominent spice to give foods that yellow pigment. What’s key about this spice blend is that it’s focused on warm and earthly aromatics and not intense heat. There’s no chili powder present here, so don’t fall for the misconception that this is a spicy mix!
Tools Needed to Make Nigerian Curry Powder
Ingredients Needed For Nigerian Curry Powder
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- Ground coriander
- Ground cumin
- Black pepper
- Nutmeg
- Allspice
- Ground green cardamom
- Ground turmeric
- Ground ginger
- Garlic powder
- Ground cinnamon
- Fenugreek seeds: Grind them into a fine powder before mixing because whole seeds won't blend into the spice mix.
- Ground clove
How to Make Nigerian Curry Powder
To make this Nigerian Curry Powder, simply mix all the ingredients together in a small bowl or plate. Transfer to an airtight glass jar or mason jar.
Recipe by Anadi Misra
See how to make Nigerian curry powder to be used in Nigerian meat pies and to season other classic Nigerian dishes. This Nigerian curry powder mix is easy to make from scratch.
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5 min
Prep
5 min
Total
40
grams
easy
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Ingredients
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- (3 g) ground fenugreek
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- (1 g) ground cloves
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Instructions
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In a spice jar, combine all ingredients. Keep sealed in a cool, dry place.
In a spice jar, combine all ingredients. Keep sealed in a cool, dry place.
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How to Use It
As I’ve mentioned at the beginning of this post, the reason I made this was for my air fryer Nigerian meat pie recipe. However, this curry powder is a staple in Nigerian cuisine. One iconic dish that uses this spice blend is Jollof rice, and it would also be excellent for other Nigerian-style fried rice dishes. Furthermore, you can use this spice blend for marinades for chicken and beef, as a flavor base for soups and stews, and use it for Nigerian-style curries.
Storing Homemade Curry Powder
Store your Nigerian curry powder in an airtight container or jar in a cool, dark spot, such as in your spice cabinet in your pantry. It will be the most potent within 3 months, and I wouldn’t suggest you keep it longer than 6 months.
Other Homemade Spice Blends!
- Easy & Bold Blackening Spice
- Greatest Homemade Italian Seasoning
- Excellent Quick & Easy Homemade Taco Seasoning
- Perfect DIY Pumpkin Spice Recipe
- Amazing Homemade Cajun Seasoning
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