to prepare tara garam masala roast 6 cloves, 2 small cardamoms, 1 tsp each of coriander powder, dry mint leaves. red chillies and salt; 1/2 tsp each of ginger powder, tartaric acid, fennel and carom seeds; 6 tsp of dried mango powder; 1-3/4 tbsp each cumin seeds and whole black pepper for each 5 minutes; add salt and blend in blender. store in refrigerator and use as required.