CORNED BEEF PICKLING SPICE

Corned Beef Pickling Spice image

Provided by Andy Anderson !

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoon(s) tellicherry peppercorns
3 tablespoon(s) mustard seeds
2 tablespoon(s) coriander seeds
2 tablespoon(s) pepper flakes
2 tablespoon(s) ground allspice berries
1 tablespoon(s) ground mace
2 medium cinnamon sticks cover with a towel, and use a hammer to break into small pieces
4 medium bay leaves, crushed with your hand
2 tablespoon(s) whole cloves, give them a smack or two with a flat end of a kitchen knife to break them up a bit
1 tablespoon(s) ground ginger

Steps:

1. Crush the peppercorns, mustard, and coriander seeds.
2. Chef's Tip: My favorite way to crush spices, is to put them on my cutting board, and grind them using the bottom of a heavy pot or pan.
3. Place the ground seeds into a pan, and heat over medium heat until fragrant, about 3 to 5 minutes.
4. Chef's Note: Be careful not to let them burn.
5. Allow them to cool.
6. Add all the other spices, and then place in a sealed container, until ready to use.
7. Store in a cool dry environment.
8. Keep the faith, and keep cooking.