Spice Combinations

1. Garam Masala

2 tbsp cumin seeds
2 tbsp coriander seeds
2 tbsp cardamom seeds
2 tbsp black peppercorns
1 tsp whole cloves
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp grated nutmeg

1. Add all the spices except the cinnamon and nutmeg to a skillet and toast on medium heat for a few minutes, just until fragrant. Do not burn the spices or you’ll have to start over.

2. Add all the spices to a spice mill or coffee grinder and grind into powder. Store in an airtight container.

2. Chinese Five Spice

2 tbsp anise seed
2 tbsp fennel seed
2 tbsp ground cinnamon
2 tbsp whole cloves
2 tbsp whole peppercorns

3. Curry Powder Mixture

8 tbsp cumin powder
7 tbsp coriander powder
2 tbsp ginger powder
4 tbsp turmeric powder
1/2 tbsp cayenne pepper

4. Jamaican Jerk Spice Mixture

2 tsp ground thyme
1 tsp dried parsley
1 tsp ground allspice
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp ground black pepper
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes 1 tsp paprika
1/4 tsp ground cumin
2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
2 tsp fine grain sugar
2 tsp dried chives

5. Herbes de Provence

1 tbsp thyme
1 tbsp chervil
1 tbsp rosemary
1 tbsp summer savory
1 tsp lavender
1 tsp tarragon
1 tsp marjoram
1/2 tsp oregano
1/2 tsp mint
2 chopped bay leaves

6. Cajun Spice Mix

1/4 cup of salt
2 tbsp cayenne pepper
2 tbsp paprika
1-1/2 tbsp. onion powder
2 tbsp freshly ground black pepper
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tsp dried oregano
1/4 tsp dried thyme
1/4 tsp ground mustard
1/8 tsp ground cloves