Colombo powder (french west indies "curry pow

Yield: 1 /2 cup

Ingredients:

2 tb White rice
2 tb Cumin seeds
2 tb Coriander seeds
1 1/2 ts Mustard seeds pref. black
1 1/2 ts Black peppercorns
1 1/2 ts Fenugreek seeds
1/2 ts Whole cloves
2 tb Turmeric

Instructions:

Roast rice in a small dry skillet over medium heat shaking the pan frequently until the grains are a light golden brown about 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate to cool. Add all spices to the skillet except turmeric and roast over medium heat shaking the pan until toasted and fragrant about 3 minutes. Transfer the spices to the plate. Grind the rice and roasted spices in a spice mill or blender into a fine powder. Work in turmeric. Store the powder in an airtight container away from heat and light. It will keep for several months.