North Indian Ginger Soup Stock
(Adarak Masala)
SLOW COOKER SIZE: 3½ QUART
(3.32 L);
COOKING TIME: 10 HOURS ON
HIGH; YIELD: 7 CUPS (1.66 L)
This is a unique take on a wet masala
mixture. The story is that my
grandfather’s younger brother went on
a religious retreat in India, where he
was shown a preparation for what’s
now known in our family as Adarak
(Ginger) Masala. We typically use it
mixed with milk (Adarak ki Sabji, see
recipe on page 156), but I’ve realized
it’s a fantastic base for most other
dishes. For any dry or wet dish you