KERALA GARAM MASALA

INGREDIENTS:

 

Coriander seeds	2 tbsp
Black peppercorn	1 Tsp
Fennel seeds	1 tsp
Mace	3-4 strands
Cinnamon	2- inch stick
Cloves	6-7
Nutmeg	3-4 pinches

 

METHOD:

In a small pan, dry roast on low-med flame the following spices till aromatic – coriander seeds, black peppercorn, fennel seeds, mace, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. Take care not to burn the spices, just light roasting.

In a small grinder, or mortar and pestle, grind the roasted ingredients into a fine powder.

Transfer to a clean glass jar and use the spice mix for Kerala kadala curry.