BERBERE (ETHIOPIAN) SPICE MY WAY ENJOY DAN:

           BERBERE (ETHIOPIAN) SPICE MY WAY by CHEF DAN:

Makes 1-2 cups

INGREDIENTS:

1 cup red chili powder

1/2-cup smoked paprika

2 teaspoons coriander seeds

1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds

2 whole allspice berries

1 teaspoon black peppercorns

Seeds of 4 green cardamom seeds

1 teaspoon EACH ground ginger, onion powder, garlic powder, turmeric, nutmeg, red pepper flakes, and salt

1/4-teaspoon EACH ground cloves, and ground cinnamon,

DIRECTIONS:

1.   In a cast-iron skillet over high heat, toast the whole seeds, shaking the pan regularly to prevent scorching, until they start to pop.

2.   Let cool.

3.   Then in a spice grind until powdery.

4.    Add all ingredients to a Mason jar and store in a dark place.

ENJOY DAN:                                                   BON-APPETITE!!