Garam Masala

Garam masala  is a blend of ground spices commonly used in North Indian cuisine.

Ingredients 

 1/2 cup cumin seeds

 1/4 cup black cumin 

 1 tbsp Cloves

 1 1/2 tbsp black peppercorn 

 1/2 tbsp white pepper

 15-20 cinnamon sticks 

 8-10 Black cardamom 

 15-20 green cardamom

 1 nutmeg

 1 tbsp poppy seeds

 2-4 Indian bay leaves 

 1 tsp dried Ginger powder 

 Method 

Grind everything together in a mixer and keep it in an airtight container.