Homemade Garam Masala Recipe
12 standard portions
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Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- ΒΌ teaspoon ground cardamom
- Β½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- ΒΌ teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 2 cinnamon sticks (or cassia bark)
- 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
- 1 tablespoon cardamom pods
- 1 piece whole nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon coriander seeds
- 2 teaspoons whole cloves
- 2 tablespoons cumin seeds
- 1 dried chili (optional)
- 2 bay leaves (optional)
Method
- In a bowl, combine all of the ground spices and stir well.
- Transfer to an airtight container, then label and date the container.
- Gather all the whole spices, and h a dry skillet over medium heat.
- Add the whole spices to the skillet and toast for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until aromatic.
- Remove from heat and let cool.
- Grind the spices into a fine powder using a pestle and mortar or an electric grinder.
- Transfer to an airtight container, then label and date the container.