Garam Masala

Ingredients:

• 3 sticks cinnamon 
• 1/2cup. cardamom pods 
• 1/4 cup whole cloves 
• 1/4 cup cumin seeds 
• 2 tbsp. coriander seeds 
• 1/4 cup black peppercorns 
• 1 tbsp. ground ginger

Method:

• 1.Roast the spices in a small, heavy based pan over a medium heat for 4-5 minutes, stirring constantly until they become a shade darker then their original colour.
• 2.The spices will also give a distinct aroma and the pan will emit light fumes of smoke.
• 3.Remove the spices from the pan and grind them to a fine powder in a spice or coffee grinder.
• 4.Stored in an airtight jar will keep for 5 to 6 months.