
Mahdi’s Spice Blend
The Akal family uses this spice blend in a variety of preparations. Mahdi recommends it on salmon, or if you can get it, goat meat.
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon ground chili pepper
- 1 teaspoon whole coriander seeds
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients and place them in warm cast-iron. Heat it on a low temperature and continuously stir roughly until fragrant. Remove from the stove immediately. This process will take about 2 minutes. Blend the mixture using a spice grinder.



