Clumped Spices In The Monsoon? 6 Hacks To Save Them

By Devi Poojari

August 28, 2023

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With the high moisture levels during the monsoon season, dry spice powders tend to become clumped and hard. Follow these 6 key tips to repurpose them.

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USE A STRAINER

Press the spices through a fine mesh strainer, to remove lumps and evenly powder them.

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MORTAR & PESTLE

Grind the spices until they are uniformly crushed before transferring them to an air-tight jar.

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FOOD PROCESSOR

Pulse the spices in a blender and grind them to a fine powder.

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MOISTURE ABSORBERS

Place a small packet of silica gel or desiccant packs in your spice racks to eliminate the possibility of clumping.

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TOAST ON A PAN

Toast your clumped spices in a dry, non-stick pan and use your spatula to break them up.

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GRIND ON DEMAND

Grind your spices fresh to avoid having any residual blends that might lead to clumping during the monsoons.

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