Thai Green Masala Paste (Taaza Masala)
- 1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
- 5 large garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, finely chopped
- 1 cup mint leaf, firmly packed
- 1 cup cilantro leaf, firmly packed (also known as coriander)
- 1/2 cup vinegar
- 3 teaspoons salt
- 3 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup sesame oil
- Soak fenugreek seeds in water overnight; they will swell and develop a jelly-like coating.
- Measure 1 teaspoon of soaked seeds and put into blender jar.
- Add garlic, ginger, mind, cilantro/coriander and vinegar.
- Blend on high speed until very smooth.
- Mix in salt and ground spices.
- In small sauce pan heat oils until very hot.
- Add in blended mixture and bring to a boil.
- Remove from heat and allow to cool.
- Once cooled pour into a clean jar with lid.
- Oil should cover the top of the herbs, if not, heat additional oil and add to the jar.
- Store in the refrigerator.
fenugreek seeds, garlic, fresh ginger, mint leaf, cilantro leaf, vinegar, salt, salt, ground turmeric, ground cloves, ground cardamom, vegetable oil, sesame oil
Taken from www.food.com/recipe/thai-green-masala-paste-taaza-masala-388210 (may not work)