Spice Mix

Spice Mix
3 Tablespoons whole cardamom pods
2 Tablespoons whole cloves
2 Tablespoons black peppercorns
1 Tablespoon whole coriander
1 Tablespoon ground ginger
1/2 whole nutmeg
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 teaspoon tumeric
1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
1/2 teaspoon cumin

Roast all spices in a large frying pan over low heat in a little oil, stirring constantly. Spices are ready when they become fragrant and dark colored, it will become quite obvious; but be sure to remove the pan from heat straight away or they will burn. Grind them up with a mortar and pestle and use to spice up a variety of dishes.

This is a spice blend I came up with when making Indian samosas. Roasting the spices brings out the flavor, and using whole spices gives a better final flavor than simply using ground. Use as desired/required.