Berbere Seasoning Rub

2 tsp Whole cumin seeds
4 whl cloves
3/4 tsp Black cardamom seeds
1/2 tsp Whole black peppercorns
1/4 tsp Whole allspice
1 tsp Fenugreek seeds
1/2 tsp Whole coriander seeds
10 sm Dried red chilies
1/2 tsp Grated ginger
1/4 tsp Turmeric
1 tsp Kosher Salt
2 1/2 tbsp Sweet Hungarian paprika
1/8 tsp Cinnamon
1/8 tsp Ground cloves

In a small frying pan, on a low heat, toast cumin, cloves, cardamom, peppercorns, allspice, fenugreek & coriander for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat & cool for 5 minutes. Discard stems from chilies. In a spice grinder or with a mortar & pestle, finely grind together the toasted spices & chilies. Mix in remaining ingredients. Store in refrigerator in a well sealed jar.
Berbere is an Ethiopian spice mixture whose ingredients usually include chili peppers, ginger, cloves, coriander, and allspice. It is used to flavor the traditional stews known as wats.