Bezar

Description
Bezar is a spice mixture found throughout Arabian cooking. The spices are first roasted, then ground together. Once prepared, bezar can be kept in an airtight container for up to 10 months.

Ingredients

 * 4 parts whole cumin seeds
 * 4 parts whole fennel seeds
 * 4 parts cinnamon sticks
 * 4 parts whole coriander seeds
 * 2 part peppercorns
 * 1 part dried red chile peppers
 * 2 part ground turmeric

Directions

 * 1) Place the spices, except the ground turmeric in a pan on low heat and stir continuously until they become golden and release their armonas.
 * 2) Remove from heat, allow to cool a bit, then grind.
 * 3) Keep in an air tight container.