Garam Masala Powder by Zarnak Sidhwa

Ingredients:

• Bay leaves 8
• Black cardamoms 10-12 pieces
• Cinnamon sticks 10-12 pieces
• Coriander seeds 8 tbsp
• Cumin seeds 3 tbsp
• Cloves 2 tbsp
• Nutmeg 1
• Star anise 1-2
• Black peppercorns 2 tbsp

Method 1:

1. In a wok, dry roast all ingredients one by one.
2. The spices should be roasted slowly until they are aromatic, then allow to cool and then grind into fine powder.

Method 2:

1. Put all ingredients on plate.
2. Dry these for 2-3 days under the sun and grind to powdered form afterwards.
3. Store it in an airtight glass container for up to 3 months.