Pak kitchen dishes are known for having aromatic and spicy flavors, and some dishes often contain liberal amounts of oil which contributes to a richer, fuller mouthfeel and flavour. Brown cardamom, green cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, mace, and black pepper are the most commonly used spices in the making of a wide variety of dishes. Cumin seeds, chili powder, turmeric and bay leaves are also very popular. In Pak kitchen, it is further diluted with coriander powder. Garam masala (an aromatic mix of spices) is a very popular blend of spices used in many Pakistani dishes