Garam Masala Recipe

Garam Masala Recipe
Other Name – SPECIAL SPICE POWDER

Garam masala is best when prepared with good quality whole spices that have been lightly roasted in heavy bottom pan and ground. This powder goes great in making every day vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes. It is always added at the end of any preparation to finish the dish.

INGREDIENTS:

1. Coriander Seeds – half cup and 1 table spoon
2. Caraway Seeds – 1 table spoon
3. Cumin – 1.5 table spoon
4. Black Cardamom – 8 pcs
5. Green Cardamom – 20 pcs
6. Cloves – 2 tea spoons
7. Cinnamon – 2 pieces of 2 inches
8. Bay Leaves – 5 leaves medium size
9. Nutmeg – half nutmeg
10. Mace – 4 flowers

PREPARATION METHOD:

1. Lightly roast small size whole spices like coriander seeds, cumin and caraway seeds on very low heat, without changing colour.
2. Now roast all other spices in the same way.
3. Spread on a shelf or a large plate.
4. Let it cool down completely for 15-20 minutes.
5. Grind the spices in a blender in two batches, to avoid increase in temperature while blending.
6. Take out in a glass jar and keep it air tight always.
7. You may store it and use up to 2-3 months.

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