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Cumin Powder Recipe

Homemade Cumin Powder

Freshly ground cumin powder made from roasted whole cumin seeds has an incredible aroma and intense earthy flavor. Making your own cumin powder at home allows you to control the freshness and customize the flavor intensity.
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Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup whole cumin seeds
  • Spice grinder or mortar and pestle

Instructions
 

Roast the Seeds

  • Add cumin seeds to a dry skillet over medium heat. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until fragrant and slightly darkened. Immediately remove from heat.

Grind the Seeds

  • Let roasted seeds cool completely. Transfer to a spice grinder and grind into a fine powder. Grind in batches if needed to prevent overheating.

Store

  • Keep homemade cumin powder in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 3 months.

Notes

  • Roast the seeds just until fragrant to prevent bitter flavors from burning.
  • Let seeds fully cool before grinding to retain oils and flavor.
  • Store powder away from light, heat and moisture to maintain freshness.