Garam Masala

2 tbsp coriander seeds
1 tbsp black peppercorns
1 tbsp cumin seeds
1 tbsp cardamom seeds or 12-13 green cardamom pods
2 tsp fennel seeds
10 whole cloves
1/2 a nutmeg, ground
1 tsp ground ginger
1 tsp cinnamon

In a dry frying pan, heat the coriander, peppercorns, cumin, cardamom, fennel, and cloves until fragrant. Move to a spice grinder along with the nutmeg, ginger, and cinnamon. Let the mixture cool, then grind. Store in an airtight container.