Berbere

Makes 1 cup

  1 tsp. fenugreek seeds
  1/2 cup ground dried serrano chilies
  1/2 cup paprika
  2 Tbsp. salt
  2 tsp. ground ginger
  2 tsp. onion powder
  1 tsp. ground white cardamom, preferably freshly ground
  1 tsp. ground nutmeg
  1/2 tsp. garlic powder
  1/4 tsp. ground cloves
  1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
  1/4 tsp. ground allspice

Finely grind the fenugreek seeds with a 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 an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.