20 Green cardamon pods
2 Cinnamon sticks,
-broken into pieces 5 Bay leaves
1/2 ts Cloves
1/4 ts Grated nutmeg
2 tb Aniseed
1 ts Black peppercorns
5 Dried red chilies
10 Dried curry leaves
6 tb Coriander seeds
3 tb Cumin seeds
3 tb Turmeric
1 tb Fenugreek seeds
2 tb Black mustard seeds
Roast spices in small, heavy saucepan over medium heat for 4-5 minutes, stirring constantly until they become a shade darker than their original color. Remove spices from pan and grind to a fine powder in a spice or coffee grinder. Store in an airtight container for up to 6 months.