Garam Marsala

Every cook has her own Garam Marsala recipe. Here is one that I like.

4 tbsp coriander seeds
1 tbsp cumin seeds
1 tbsp black peppercorns
1 1/2 tbsp caraway seeds (shahjeera)
1 1/2 tbsp dry ginger
3/4 tsp black cardamom (3-4 large pods)
3/4 tsp cloves
1/4 tsp cinnamon (1 inch piece)
3/4 tsp bay leaves
1 dried red chili

Roast everything in a skillet over a medium heat for about 5 minutes. Stir often to avoid burning. Let cool, take the seeds out of the cardamon pods, discard the pods and put the seeds in the mixture. Blend everything together with a coffee grinder. Store in airtight container in cool dark place.