8-10 black cardamoms
15-20 green cardamoms
15-20 (1-inch pieces) cinnamon
1 tbsp. cloves
1 flower mace
1 nutmeg
1 tbsp. peppercorns
1/2 cup cumin seeds
2 tbsp. coriander seeds

Garam Masala Powder

1. Roast all the ingredients lightly in a flat-bottomed pan. Keep aside and let it cool.
2. Grind to a smooth fine powder. Store this powder in a dry airtight container.
   Preparation time: 10 minutes