Garam Masala
A fragrant Indian spice blend made with toasted whole spices including cinnamon, cumin, coriander, cardamom, and other aromatic ingredients. This homemade blend can be used to add warm, complex flavors to many Indian dishes.
12 servings
5 min
Ingredients
- •1 tablespoon dried miniature rosebuds (optional)
- •1 piece cinnamon stick
- •2 leaves bay leaves
- •¼ cup cumin seeds
- •⅓ cup coriander seeds
- •1 tablespoon green cardamom pods
- •1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns
- •2 teaspoons whole cloves
- •1 whole dried red chile
- •¼ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
- •⅛ teaspoon ground mace
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
If the roses have stems, break them off and discard. Heat the roses with the cinnamon, bay leaves, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, cardamom pods, whole peppercorns, cloves, and chile in a medium skillet over medium-high heat, stirring often, until the cumin becomes brown, 2 1/2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a spice grinder or coffee mill, add the nutmeg and mace, and grind until powder fine. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 months.
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