Seven Spice Blend

1 x½ inch cinnamon stick (or 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon powder)

2 tablespoons black peppercorns (or 2 ½ teaspoons of ground black pepper)

½ tablespoon cardamom pods (or 1 teaspoon of ground cardamom)

2 pieces whole nutmeg (each around 5 grams, or 2 teaspoons of ground nutmeg)

2 tablespoons coriander seeds (or 2 ½ teaspoons of ground coriander)

1 tablespoon cloves (or 1 teaspoon of ground cloves)

2 tablespoons cumin seeds (or 2 ½ teaspoons of ground cumin)

Collect the spices. I don't recommend any extras such as paprika, or turmeric as that will change the flavor and you'll end up with a different spice blend. You can either collect ground spices and just mix them, or as I did, collect whole spices and toast them then grind them.
To toast the spices, add them to a dry hot skillet and toast for 4-5 minutes. I use a wooden spoon and mix so they don't get burnt. They will be really fragrant once toasted.
Alternatively, put the spices on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F/180°C for 5 minutes.
Once the spices are toasted, grind them using a pestle and mortar or an electric grinder.
Store in a sealed container for up to 1 year.

Course🧅Condiment

Diets🌱Vegan🌾Gluten-free...

Category🌶️Spice Blend

CuisineGlobal

Occasions🧂Cooking Essentials📆Everyday

Season🔁Year-round

DifficultyVery Easy ⏰ 10m