I use this spice mix as a rub or coating.  I’m sure it will make traditionalists cringe but I like the taste and isn’t that what counts?

In this recipe I provide ratios instead of fixed quantities so you can make as much as you need.  All spiced are dried and ground (not whole).

Combine:

• 2 parts cumin
• 2 parts cardamom
• 2 parts smoked sweet paprika (weird, I know, but smokey and good!)
• 1-2 parts cayenne pepper depending on your taste for heat
• 1 part cinnamon
• 1 part tumeric
• 1 part ginger

Enjoy!