Garam Masala Recipe
Here is an easy recipe for making your own fresh garam masala at home. The flavors will be very intense. This is the main spice mixture in many dishes of India. I will explain exactly what it is and now to make your own.
Ingredients
- 2 bay leaf
- 2 tsp coriander seeds
- 1 Tbsp cumin seeds
- 1 Tbsp black peppercorns
- 1 cinnamon stick cut into small pieces
- 1 star anise whole
- 3-4 clove whole
- ¼ tsp nutmeg grated
- 3-4 cardamom pods
- 1 tsp canola oil
Instructions
- Heat oil in pan on medium. Add all the spices and cook stirring for about 3-4 minutes.
- Remove from pan and place in spice grinder. Grind to a fine powder.
- Store in a jar in a cool dry place, e.g. your pantry.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 10 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 14
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 14kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 41mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 15IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 21mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.