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Garam Masala | Homemade Garam Masala

Garam Masala Powder

A simple homemade garam masala ( गरम मसाला ) that is a mixture of ground spices, is more aromatic and fresh. Garam masala powder yields quite flavorful powder and an addition of even a small quantity brings good flavor in any dish. Garam masala is deeper in color, sweeter in taste and spicier. Whole spices are typically toasted, then ground down into a fine powder.

garam masala

Garam masala has medicinal property like boosting our immunity, promoting weight loss, aiding digestion, lowering blood sugar and lowering inflammation. The word garam means to “heat the body”. This warming property of spices helps to keep the body warm and actually helps in cold.

Ingredients:

  • 3 tsp.        Jeera (Cumin)
  • 2 tbsp.      Sonth (Ginger Powder)
  • 24 pieces  Kali Elaichi (Black Cardamom)
  • 2 tbsp.       Kali Mirch (Black Pepper)
  • 1 tbsp.       Laung (Clove)
  • 5 pieces     Dalchini (Cinnamon) approx.1 inch
  • 1 tbsp.       Javitri (Mace)
  • 5 leaves     Tej Patta (Bay leaves)

Instructions:

Clean the whole spices with a dry cloth to remove dirt. Break the cinnamon stick into small pieces. 
Heat a pan on a low flame. Add whole spices except ginger powder. 


Roast them with stirring continuously without burning until they start to give a good smell. We don’t want to brown them, we want to remove the moisture from the spices to increase their shelf life.
Transfer to a plate. Let them cool down.
Take a grinder and clean properly.
Add all the spices including ginger powder. Start grinding the mixture. Ensure that all the seeds get evenly ground.


Open the lid and remove into a bowl. Store in an airtight or sun dried glass jar.

Tips:

  • You can sieve the masala and use up the coarse bits of spices to your tea powder.
  • The color of the garam masala may differ depending on the kind and quality of the spices.
  • Don’t use this as a curry powder.
  • Cleaning the spices thoroughly is very important for hygienic reasons.
  • You can add coriander seeds, fennel seeds and red chilli in your garam masala powder.
  • Always use a clean spoon while taking out masala from jar.
  • Always add garam masala powder at the end of cooking so that dish stays aromatic and flavorful.
  • Always use fresh and good quality spices.
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  1. Anonymous13 Jun 2022, 18:10:00

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