Tamil Nadu Style Curry Masala Powder

Ingredients

Black Peppercorns - 1 tsp
Ground Coriander - 1/3 cup
Ground Turmeric - 2 tbsp
Cumin Seeds - 2 tbsp
Black Mustard Seeds - 2 tbsp
Fenugreek Seeds - ½ tbsp
Split Urad dal or Yellow Split Peas - ½ tbsp
Dry chilli pods - 6
Methods

Toast the cumin, black mustard, and fenugreek seeds, the split dal, and the fresh curry leaves.
Add the peppercorns and chili pods and grind the mixture to a fine powder.
Add the coriander and turmeric and mix well.
Store in an air tight container.