North African Garnish Topping

*To fry split red lentils, fry for 2-3 minutes in fryer.
To oven roast split red lentils, soak for 1 hour and roast in oven for 15-20 minutes at 400°F.

**To make North African spice seasoning, combine the following:
3 parts ground cinnamon
2 parts ground turmeric
3 parts ground cumin
2 parts ground coriander
2 parts ground ginger
2 parts ground cardamom
1 part ground nutmeg
1 part ground clove
½ part ground mace
1 part ground cayenne
1 part garlic powder
½ part ground celery seed
1 part ground black pepper
1 part dried crushed rose petals
1 part nigella seeds
½ part saffron threads