Baharat Powder

Preparation Time: 5 mins
Cooking Time: 5 mins
Makes 0.25 cup
Ingredients

• 1 tbsp black peppercorns (kalimirch)
• 1 tbsp dry red chilli flakes (paprika)
• 1 tsp coriander (dhania) seeds
• 1 tsp cinnamon (dalchini)
• 1 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)
• 1 tsp cloves (laung / lavang)
• 1 tsp nutmeg (jaiphal)
• 1 tsp dried ginger (soonth) powder
• 2 to 3 cardamoms

Method

1. Combine all the ingredients in a kadhai and dry roast on a slow flame for 3 to 4 minutes or till they release a pleasant aroma. 
2. Keep aside to cool.
3. Blend in a mixer to a fine powder and use as required. 
4. Store in an air-tight container.