* 4 teaspoons Szechuan peppercorns ( 8 grams )
* 6 to 10 Clove buds ( < 1 gram )
* Cinnamon sticks, you can use Cassia bark as a substitute for Cinnamon (6 grams)
* 16 whole Star anise ( 12 grams )
* 2 teaspoons Fennel seeds ( 8 grams )
* 2 teaspoons Coriander seeds ( 6 grams )

===Method===
* Heat all of the ingredients in a small pan or Wok for about 4 minutes or until the gorgeous aromas are released.
* Allow to cool.
* Blitz all of the ingredients to a powder in a coffee grinder.
* ''with this quantity of whole spices, it might be an idea to give the grinder a few minutes rest halfway through to save the motor''
* Store in an airtight container.

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