Garam Masala
Recipe from Ladies' Home Journal

Garam masala is an Indian spice blend. You can buy it premade but this recipe lets you mix it up at home.


Garam Masala

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Servings: 1/4 cup
Prep Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 8 mins
Related Categories: Indian Cuisine
 
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Ingredients
  • 1  tablespoon
    cardamom seeds
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  • 1  tablespoon
    cumin seeds
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  • 1  tablespoon
    black peppercorns
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  • 12  whole
    cloves
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  • 1  3-inch piece
    stick cinnamon
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Directions
1.
In a medium skillet cook the cardamom seeds, cumin seeds, peppercorns, cloves, and cinnamon over medium-low heat for 3 to 4 minutes or until aromatic, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Cool.
2.
Place cinnamon in a self-sealing plastic bag; seal. Using a rolling pin or mallet, crush cinnamon.
3.
In a spice grinder or blender container combine spices. Cover and grind or blend to a fine powder. Store in a covered container up to 2 weeks. Use 3-1/2 teaspoons to prepare the Spiced Pot Roast with Garbanzo Beans. Store remaining spice blend in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry place up to 6 months. Makes about 1/4 cup.
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