Topic: the mix powder

[goncalo]

So I've made half-portion of the c2g's mix powder, including a few TBSPs of bassar mix powder, though I might not use bassar again the future. Somehow it seems to be quite a dominant spice in the mix. Reading the F.A.Q on this section, there is a basic spice mix recipe, which I quote below:

Coriander 8 Parts
Turmeric 7 Parts
Cumin 5 Parts
Curry Powder 4 parts
Paprika 4 Parts (optional)

Just to clarify, ,could parts in the text above be replaced by any type of spoon? for example, "8 tbsp coriander, 7 tbsp turmeric and so on" ?

In addition to this, does anyone have any pros and cons for the c2g spice mix?

Thanks!

[Peripatetic Phil]

So I've made half-portion of the c2g's mix powder, including a few TBSPs of bassar mix powder, though I might not use bassar again the future. Somehow it seems to be quite a dominant spice in the mix.

It does tend to predominate, but (like most things) is good if you like it.  I frequently substitute it (1:1) for ground chillies in recipes that call for the latter, as it has a high chilli content but is more complex and adds additional depths of flavour.

Reading the F.A.Q on this section, there is a basic spice mix recipe, which I quote below:

Coriander 8 Parts
Turmeric 7 Parts
Cumin 5 Parts
Curry Powder 4 parts
Paprika 4 Parts (optional)

Just to clarify, ,could parts in the text above be replaced by any type of spoon? for example, "8 tbsp coriander, 7 tbsp turmeric and so on" ?

Absolutely.

In addition to this, does anyone have any pros and cons for the c2g spice mix?

Not I, but others certainly will.

** Phil.

[stevejet66]

Paprika im not keen on, it leaves a dish dry and grainy, I prefer ready made mixs, you cant go far wrong,
i always use mangal masala mixs as they do a great range.

[Stephen Lindsay]

gagomes

This is Bruce Edwards' spice mix - Bruce wrote a classic series of articles which appeared in the Curry Club magazine over 20 years ago. It is still the spice mix I use (minus the paprika). It is simple and effective.

I can't vouch for c2go but have used Abdul Mohed's mix which I found too hot.

Steve

[meggeth]

Hi m8y. My first curry I used c2go spice mix, found it a bit too strong on the cumin, but used c2go base too, so may have been the combination of using both. Seem to have had better results using CAs mix, and also Ifindforu mix.

[stevejet66]

Hi meggeth, c2go base is not a very good base, trust me ive tried it on two occasions, good bases are  CBM,TAZS,CA,KD, birs use commecially made mix's, less time consuming more profitable, that why i use them. you may benifit from trying them so it gives you a bit more time to get your base recipe right, just a thought.
steve.

[Graeme]

Hi, Stevejet66
"birs use commecially made mix's, less time consuming more profitable, that why i use them. you may benifit from trying them so it gives you a bit more time to get your base recipe right, just a thought"

Steve, any further info on the commecially made mix's (and the one you use)
would be really helpfull.

Thanks.

[meggeth]

Graeme - theres a piccy of the mangam masala above. Put your glasses on! 

Steve - would you say you get better results using a commericial mix? I ask because its no problem mixing my own spice mix - only takes a few minutes cos I have all the spices anyway.

[stevejet66]

Yes i use east end, nacto, and my favourite so far is mangal masala mix's, They are spot on. And by far the best, They do a whole range, of mix spices. You can google it, I use  mangal kitcken king masala in the base, Amongst other spices and chana masala in a curry dish, You will find my base and dish recipe in the base curry recipe section. These are the commercial spices i use. cant be doing with all the dry roasting and grinding nonsense. Regards better results using commercially made powder mix i would say 100% better.
Ask yourself would  a bir chef stand there all day mixing/grilling/grinding a ton of mix powder spices for the week, LOL,,,,Its all about making notes,,,, i know i wouldnt want to. well the notes yes ;D
steve.

[goncalo]

Ask yourself would  a bir chef stand there all day mixing/grilling/grinding a ton of mix powder spices for the week, LOL,,,,Its all about making notes,,,, i know i wouldnt want to. well the notes yes ;D

Hi Steve,
Of all the things takeaways have to worry about, I'm sure making a mix powder is the least heavy/complex part of the job. Look at Dipuraja's video below which Graeme kindly pointed me out to, and you can tell the buckets of ground spices they use. All it would take to make a 2+ day worth of spice mix would be to use a mug instead of a tablespoon for each part of each individual spice. For example, I find things like peeling potatoes, onions and garlic a lot more hardwork, but remember that the chef in most cases will have a staff person to help doing this type of work too

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZuD3l0b6ep0