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Authentic Garam Masala Recipe
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Authentic Garam Masala Recipe

Find my version of an Authentic and easy Garam Masala Recipe that gathers in under 20 minutes and is full of aromatic flavors from Indian whole spices.

Prep Time
20 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 30 meals
Calories: 15 kcal
Cuisine: Indian

Ingredients

  • 1.25 cups black peppercorns whole
  • 1 medium cinnamon stick
  • 1 piece mace
  • 6 piece bay leaf
  • 1 tablespoon cumin seeds
  • 7-8 piece green cardamom
  • 2 piece black cardamom
  • 20 piece cloves
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 tsp nutmeg freshly grated

Instructions

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  1. Gather the spices on a dry clean plate in direct sunlight. Leave them 20 minutes in high sun to dry completely. This step can be done ahead of time.Ensure the spices are fresh and clean.
  2. Grate the nutmeg, then add it along with ginger powder and the other sun-dried spices into a grinder. Grind into a fine or slightly coarse powder.Ensure that the spoons, and jars used are sun-dried for the best shelf life.
  3. Transfer the Ready and aromatic Garam Masala spice blend into an airtight container. Store it in a cool, dry place, and use it within six months for the best flavor.

Notes

  • Ensure that the spoons, jars used are sun dry for the best shelf life.
  • Ensure that the spoons, jars used are sun dry for the best shelf life.
  • Don't skip the step to keep whole spices in the sun. You can do this a day before and keep the plate covered with a kitchen cloth till grinding step.
  • The spices used should be fresh and clean else the garam masala won't last for long.