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Macau Hot Curry Powder

Method
  • 5 tablespoons extra hot chile powder or cayenne
  • 4 tablespoons dry turmeric, ground
  • 2 tablespoons coriander seeds
  • 1 tablespoon dry ginger, ground
  • 1 tablespoon white pepper
  • 1 teaspoon whole Sichuan peppercorns
  • 10 cloves
  • 3 green cardamom pods
  • 2 teaspoons fennel seeds
  • 2 whole star anise
Use a mortar and pestle or spice grinder to grind all ingredients into a fine powder. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
Yield
1 cup