The spice mix I use, all whole or at least chunked, has peppercorns, red pepper flakes, coriander, cinnamon, bay leaf, cloves, mustard seeds, allspice, and I think some ginger. This is off the top of my head. It seems like an odd mix for porridge but you'd be surprised how good it is. Grind it before adding.

Lynn Siprelle, Editor