GARAM MASALA (गरम मसाला )

Ingredients:

Cinnamon - 3" sticks

Cumin Seeds - 1/2 tbsp

Coriander Seeds - 1/2 tbsp

Black Pepper - 5-6

Bay Leaf - 1

Cloves -4

Procedure:

Take all ingredients and mix.

Put ghee, add ingredients and roast on low flame till crisp and golden. It should give off a strong spicy aroma. Cool.

Pound to a coarse powder, either in a mortar and pestle or dry grind in a mixie.

Use as required.

Note: Use a heavy pan or griddle (tawa) for best roasting.