Sauces & Dressings

Garam Masala

Name: Garam Masala
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 12 servings
Cuisine: Sauces & Dressings
Ingredients: 5 cinnamon sticks; 2 Tbsp whole cardamom pods; 1 Tbsp whole cloves; 2 Tbsp whole cumin seeds; 1 Tbsp whole coriander seeds; 1 Tbsp whole black peppercorns

A fragrant homemade Indian spice blend of toasted warm spices, ground fresh for maximum aroma.

50 minutes

Serves 12

Side

No common allergens detected

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Instructions

6 steps

1
Preheat the oven to 200°F (95°C). Spread the cinnamon sticks, cardamom pods, cloves, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, and peppercorns in a single layer in a large shallow roasting pan.

2
Roast on the bottom rack for about 30 minutes, stirring and turning the spices 2 or 3 times with a wooden spoon. Do not let the spices brown.
3
Break open the cardamom pods, pull away the seeds inside, and discard the outer husks. Place the roasted cinnamon sticks between layers of a folded kitchen towel and crush them finely with a rolling pin or mallet.
4
Combine the cardamom seeds, crushed cinnamon, cloves, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, and peppercorns in a bowl and stir until evenly mixed.
5
Working a cupful at a time, grind the spices in an electric blender or spice grinder at high speed for 2 to 3 minutes until completely pulverized into a smooth powder. If it clogs, stop, stir, and continue.
6
Transfer the ground masala to an airtight jar. Stored at room temperature, it retains full flavor for 5 to 6 months.

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