Berbere

1 tsp. fenugreek seeds
1/2 cup ground serrano chilies or other ground dried chilies
1/2 cup paprika
2 T. salt
2 tsp. ground ginger
2 tsp. onion powder
1 tsp. ground cardamom
1 tsp. ground nutmeg
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/4 tsp. ground cloves
1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp. ground all spice

Finely grind the fenugreek seeds with mortar and pestle or in an electric spice or coffee grinder. Stir together with the remaining ingredients in a small bowl until well combined. Store in airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.

The Soul of a New Cuisine
Marcus Samuelsson

Notes: Or you can cheat like I did and buy it at your local Ethiopian market. :) K