Easy Indian Curry Paste

Name: Easy Indian Curry Paste
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons coriander seeds; 2 tablespoons cumin seeds; 1 tablespoon fennel seeds; 1 teaspoon black peppercorns; 2 dried red chilies; 1 shallot (peeled and chopped); 4 garlic cloves (peeled); 4 - inches fresh ginger; 1 teaspoon ground turmeric (turmeric powder); 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon red chili powder (add more if you like); 1 tablespoon tomato paste (tomato purée); 2 teaspoons white vinegar; 1 teaspoon salt