Garam Masala Ii
Elevate your cooking with Garam Masala II, a vibrant homemade spice blend that brings authentic Indian flavors right to your kitchen! Crafted with a medley of warm, aromatic spices like coriander, cumin, cardamom, cinnamon, and nutmeg, this recipe is all about toasting whole spices to unlock their full depth and complexity. In just 10 minutes, you’ll have a fresh, finely ground seasoning that’s richly fragrant and adds a burst of boldness to curries, stews, soups, and marinades. By creating this blend from scratch, you control the freshness and balance of flavors, ensuring your dishes are anything but ordinary. Store it in an airtight container for up to six months and savor the magic of homemade Garam Masala II in every meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Coriander seeds
- 1.5 tablespoons Cumin seeds
- 1 tablespoon Cardamom pods
- 1 tablespoon Black peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon Cloves
- 1 3-inch piece Cinnamon stick
- 0.5 teaspoon Nutmeg
- 2 Bay leaves
Instructions
Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Ensure it is large enough to hold all your spices without overcrowding.
Add the coriander seeds, cumin seeds, cardamom pods, black peppercorns, cloves, cinnamon stick, and bay leaves to the skillet. Toast the spices, stirring constantly, for 2-3 minutes, or until they are fragrant. Be careful not to burn them.
Remove the skillet from the heat and let the toasted spices cool completely, about 5 minutes.
Once cooled, transfer the toasted spices to a spice grinder or a high-powered blender. Add the nutmeg at this stage.
Grind the spices into a fine powder. You may need to do this in batches if your grinder’s capacity is limited.
Sift the ground spices through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any larger, unground pieces. Discard the remnants if desired or grind them again for additional use.
Store the garam masala in an airtight container in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months for optimal flavor.
Use this homemade Garam Masala II as a seasoning in your favorite Indian curries, stews, soups, or marinades.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
846 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.6 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 157 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 189.5 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 83.2 g | 297% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.2 g | ||
| Protein | 28.7 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1268 mg | 98% | |
| Iron | 45.7 mg | 254% | |
| Potassium | 3121 mg | 66% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
