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Garam Masala Recipe


Garam Masala Recipe
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Garam masala is a blend of spices used in India in multitudinous dishes. This recipe makes about a half cup, and the spices will be best if used within 3 months. There are many variations for this spice mixture, this is a basic blend that I posted in... More

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Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons cumin seeds
  • 2 tablespoons coriander seeds
  • 2 tablespoons cardamom seeds
  • 2 tablespoons black peppercorns
  • 1 (3-inch) stick cinnamon, broken up
  • 1 teaspoon whole cloves
  • 1 teaspoon grated nutmeg

Directions
  1. Put the cumin, coriander, cardamom, peppercorns, cinnamon, and cloves in a dry heavy skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Toast the spices, stirring occasionally, until they turn several shades darker and give off a sweet smoky aroma, about 10 minutes.
  3. Do not raise the heat to quicken the process, or the spices will brown prematurely, leaving the insides undercooked.
  4. Cool completely.
  5. Working in batches if necessary, transfer the mixture to a spice mill or coffee grinder and grind to a powder. Stir in the nutmeg. Use immediately or store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.

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Ummmm - can smell the fragrance already!


Hey Ray this is so awesome thank you very much , love all the spices........tink


It's nice to use fresh spices. Good idea to post it here!


I can just smell this wonderful fragrance.


Reali good....thx for the post.


As good as it gets great spice recipe thanks


How funny, I recently saw a recipe using these spices and I had no idea what it was. Thank you!


I love the way the kitchen smells when toasting spices and I love making garam masala. You have a winner here, hon - thanks for all the great recipes you share with us, Ray! :) Vickie


I've been looking for this recipe as we can't get it here. Tx for the post.


Wonderful! Gotta try this...thanks, Shine!


If I could say/type perfect in an Indian dialect, I would- so I give you five popadums....lol those light circled crackers at the beginning of an Indian meal at a restaurant...


This sounds perfect.Thanks for sharing.


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