Madras or also known as Chennai is situated in south of India in state calles Tamil Nadu. Very Humid and hot weather, so expect food to be spicy :). Madras curry originates from this part of India.
Here is my version for it
You will need-
Dry spices
1. Black Peppercorns 1 Tbs.
2. Coriander seeds 2 Tbs.
3. Cumin Seens 2 Tbs
4 Curry Leaves 1 Tbs
5 Mustard seeds 1 Tbs
Powder Spices
1 Turmeric Powder 1 Teaspoon
2 Garam Masala 1 Teaspoon
3 Asafoetida Pinch.
4 Chilli Powder 2 Teaspoons
And
1 Vinegar 2 Tbs
2 Tamarind in water 4 Tbs
3 Garlic chopped fine 5 Cloves
4.Ginger Grated 2 Tbs.
5 Green chilli chopped 2 Tbs
6.Vegetable oil 2 Tbs
Method-
Take pan and heat at medium heat.
Put dry whole spices and roast until your kitchen smells like you are in spice store. Avoid burning.
Take mixture off and let it cool.
Now add this to blender and make powder.
Take pan and heat at medium and once heated, add oil to it.
Now add cloves and ginger and chilli to it and saute for 1min.
Now add roasted spice mix and also other powder spices to it.
Saute for 1 min and then add tamarind water.
Bring to boil.
Set aside to cool.
Now add vinegar and mix well.
Store in airtight container in fridge and use as needed to make curries.
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