BERBERE SAUCE

Title: BERBERE SAUCE
  Categories: Sauces, Ethiopian
       Yield: 1 Cup

       2 ts Cumin seeds
       4    Cloves, whole
       6    Cardamom pods
     1/2 ts Peppercorns, black
     1/4 ts Allspice, whole
       1 ts Fenugreek seeds, whole
     1/2 c  Shallots, dried
       3 oz Long red dried chilies
       3    Thai chile, dried
     1/2 ts Ginger, ground
     1/4 ts Turmeric
       2 ts Salt

   In a small frying pan, combine the cumin seeds, cloves, cardamom pods,
   black pepper, allspice and fenugreek. Cook over medium-low heat, stir-
   ring, until lightly toasted, about 1 minute. Place in a blender, add
   shallots and whirl until finely ground. Discard stems and seeds from
   chilies. Break up the pods and process until ground. Combine with the
   toasted seasonings and the remaining spices.