Spice up your life with our recipe for Authentic Homemade Garam Masala! This essential blend of spices forms the backbone of many Indian dishes, providing a warming and aromatic undertone. Making garam masala at home not only ensures a fresher and richer flavor, but it also allows you to tweak the spice blend to suit your personal taste. Get ready to embark on a fragrant journey to the heart of Indian cuisine!
Authentic Homemade Garam Masala
Equipment
- Skillet or frying pan
- Coffee grinder or spice grinder
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp coriander seeds
- 1 tbsp cumin seeds
- 1 tbsp cardamom seeds (without pods)
- 1 tbsp black peppercorns
- 2 tsp fennel seeds
- 1 cinnamon stick, broken into pieces
- 1/2 tsp cloves
- 2 bay leaves, torn into pieces
Instructions
- Heat a skillet or frying pan over medium heat. Add all the spices to the dry pan.
- Toast the spices, stirring continuously, for about 5-7 minutes, or until they start to darken slightly and release a strong, spicy aroma.
- Transfer the toasted spices to a plate and allow them to cool completely.
- Once the spices are cool, grind them to a fine powder using a coffee grinder or spice grinder.
- Store your homemade garam masala in an airtight container in a cool, dark place to maintain its freshness.
Notes
- Adjust the quantity of each spice according to your preference.
- Make sure to not burn the spices while toasting, as it can give the blend a bitter taste.
Crafting your own Authentic Homemade Garam Masala opens a whole new world of culinary exploration. This aromatic blend brings a deep, warming flavor to a wide array of dishes. Enjoy the satisfaction of enhancing your meals with a spice blend you’ve made yourself!
Recipe Difficulty: Easy
Complete Nutritional Information per Serving (per teaspoon):
- Calories: 5
- Total Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 0mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 1g
- Dietary Fiber: 0.5g
- Sugars: 0g
- Protein: 0.2g
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