Mekelesha – Spice Mix

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp Korerima (Ethiopian Black Cardamom) Seeds
  • 2 tbsp Black Peppercorns (I recommend Tellicherry)
  • 2 2 inch Cinnamon Sticks broken into pieces
  • 1 tbsp Cumin Seeds
  • 1 tbsp Whole Cloves
  • 2 tsp Ground Nutmeg

Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients except ground nutmeg into a small skillet.
  2. Toast spices over low heat until fragrant and lightly toasted (takes just 1-2 minutes). Be careful not to burn. Once toasted, transfer to a small plate or bowl to cool completely.
  3. Once cooled, transfer spice ingredients into spice grinder (I use an old coffee grinder) and grind until you achieve a fine powder consistency. Add ground nutmeg and pulse a few times to combine. Transfer entire spice blend mixture to storage container.
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