Indonesian Island-Style Curry Powder

Ingredients

• 8 cardamom pods (white)
• 6 tablespoons coriander seeds
• 3 tablespoons cumin seeds
• 1 1/2 tablespoons celery seeds
• 2 inches piece cinnamon sticks
• 8 cloves
• 1 tablespoon chili powder

Directions

1. 1

   In a heavy frying pan, dry-fry the first six ingredients till a rich aroma can be smelled. Do not allow to burn.

2. 2

   When cool, remove cardamom seeds from pods and discard pods.

3. 3

   Grind all roasted seeds. Add chili powder to resulting mixture. Use immediately or store in airtight jar away from light for no more than one month.