For seasoning: Roast and then powder the following
- Cinnamon sticks : 4nos about 2″ long
- Green cardamom : 6nos.
- Red chilli : 1 no. about 2″ long (Kashmiri deghi preferred)
- Fennel seeds : 1/2 tea spoon
- Fenugreek seeds : 1/4 tea spoon
- Corriander seeds : 1/2 tea spoon
- Cumin seeds : 1/2 tea spoon
- Bay leaves : 2nos. , remove thicker midrib.
This mixture can be stored in an air tight container and used for seasoning dals, chaat, raita, dahi / curd, or anything to add a little appetizing flavour.