Tandoori Masala

• 1 cup / 40 g whole dried red chiles
• 1/2 cup / 40 g coriander seeds
• 1/2 cup / 50 g cumin seeds
• 1/4 cup / 35 g whole black peppercorns
• 1/4 cup / 20 g whole cloves
• 2 tablespoons green cardamom pods
• 1 tablespoon ajwain (carom seeds)
• 2 teaspoons fenugreek seeds
• 3 (3-inch / 8-cm) sticks cinnamon
• 1 heaping tablespoon dried ginger powder
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons turmeric powder
• 1/2 cup / 50 g unsmoked paprika

1. Combine the dried chiles, coriander and cumin seeds, peppercorns, cloves, cardamom pods, ajwain, fenugreek seeds, and cinnamon in a shallow, heavy pan over medium heat and dry roast the spices for 4 minutes.
2. During the entire cooking time, shake the pan every 15 to 20 seconds to prevent the spices from burning.
3. The mixture should be just toasted and aromatic.
4. Remove from the hear, transfer to a plate, and set aside to cool for 15 minutes.
5. Place the cooled, roasted spices in a spice grinder or a powerful blender, such as a Vitamix, and process into a fine powder.
6. Take your time, as this may take a few minutes.
7. If your spice grinder is small, you may need to grind it in several small batches.
8. Sift after grinding to refine the powder or use as is.
9. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
10. Add the ginger, garlic, turmeric, and paprika to the mixing bowl and whisk to combine.
11. If you add the turmeric when grinding, it can discolor the blender jug.
12. Store in an airtight (preferably glass) jar in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.

red chiles, cumin seeds, whole cloves, green cardamom pods, fenugreek seeds, cinnamon, ginger powder, garlic, turmeric powder, paprika

Taken from www.cookstr.com/recipes/tandoori-masala (may not work)