Description
Grind your own garam masala for a flavor explosion! This simple recipe lets you control the spice blend perfectly.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp ground cumin (or whole cumin seeds, toasted and ground, then measured)
- 1 1/2 tsp ground black pepper (or whole peppercorns, ground, then measured)
- 1 1/2 tsp ground coriander (or whole coriander seeds, toasted and ground, then measured)
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cardamom (or whole cardamom pods, seeds removed and ground, then measured)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon (or cinnamon stick, ground, then measured)
- 1 tsp ground nutmeg (or whole nutmeg, freshly grated, then measured)
- 1/2 tsp ground cloves (or whole cloves, ground, then measured)
Instructions
- If using whole spices, toast lightly in a dry pan until fragrant, then grind to a fine powder in a spice grinder or mortar and pestle, measuring out the amounts above. If using pre-ground spices, simply mix them together in a bowl.
- Transfer to a small glass container and store in a cool, dry place.
Notes
- For a deeper flavor, lightly toast the whole spices in a dry pan before grinding.
- Adjust the spice quantities to your preference; this recipe is a guideline.
- Store your garam masala in an airtight container away from light and moisture for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tbsp
- Calories: 20
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 10
- Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 1
- Cholesterol: 0