Pepper Jeera Powder - Basic powder recipes

This post explains the simple preparation of pepper jeera powder. This powder is a versatile powder which can be used for basic rasam varieties, ven pongal or can even be mixed with hot rice. I use this for all my rasam varieties. We can also add it as a spice ingredient for pasta.

Pepper Jeera Powder Recipe

Makes  :  approximately 1 cup

Ingredients

• Black pepper  -  1/4 cup
• Cumin seeds (jeera)  -  1/2 cup

Method

• Take both pepper and jeera in a pan and dry roast in low to medium flame till a nice aroma arises. Don't let it to change colour.
• Allow the mixture to cool down and in a clean, dry mixie grind it to a fine powder.
• Store in an airtight container.

Notes

• I have used the ratio of 1:2 for pepper and cumin seeds. You can alter it based on the spice level required.
• Always roast in low flame as cumin seeds tend to get roasted faster.
• If handled properly with clean,dry spoon, this powder stays good for at least a month.