Garam masala recipe

Step by Step

Step 1

Every Indian chef has their own version of this classic spice mix.

Step 2

Grind the dried bay leaves, cardamom seeds, peppercorns, cumin seed, ground cinnamon and whole cloves together to a fine powder using a spice grinder or mortar and pestle. Store the mixture in a vacuum-sealed jar in a cool, dark place. The garam masala will keep for several months.

Ingredient

Ground cinnamon

1 teaspoon 0.17 fl. ozs
Cloves

5 whole 5 whole
Cumin seeds

2 teaspoons 2 teaspoons
Cardamom pods

7 black 7 black
Whole black peppercorns

1 teaspoon 0.17 fl. ozs
Bay leaves

4 dried 4 dried

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