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Garam Masala Recipe (Easy & Authentic)

Authentic Homemade Garam Masala Recipe that can be made in no time, with fragrant toasted whole spices. Elevate your Indian cooking to a whole new level with this easy Punjabi Garam Masala!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Calories: 146 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: Indian

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoon Cumin seeds (Jeera)
  • 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
  • 8 Black Cardamom (Moti Elaichi)
  • 1 teaspoon cloves (Laung)
  • 2 cinnamon (Dalchini) each about 1.5 inches long
  • 2 Bay leaf (Tej Patta)
  • 1 teaspoon ginger powder 2 gm
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg (Jaiphal) grate a little

Instructions

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  1. Heat a small skillet over medium heat. Once the pan is hot, add all the whole spices to it (except ginger powder and nutmeg).  
  2. Toast the spices shaking the skillet every few seconds. Turn the geat to low. Cumin will turn reddish brown and bay leaves have become brittle. The mixture will also become fragrant. 
  3. Transfer immediately to a bowl to cool. You don't want the spices to overcook and burn. 
  4. Once the spices are completely cooled, then transfer to a spice/coffee grinder. Add the ginger powder and grind to a powder. Grate 1/4 tsp nutmeg and fold it in.  
  5. Store in an airtight container in a cool dry place. 

Notes

  • It is important to let the spices cool before grinding, as otherwise, they will have moisture in them which is not good for storage. 
  • Garam Masala can be stored in an air-tight container in a cool area away from direct light. Even though Garam Masala will not spoil even if kept for six months. Make fresh Garam Masala every 2-4 weeks so it remains fragrant.

Nutrition Information

Calories 146kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 30g (10%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 4g (6%) Sodium 29mg (1%) Potassium 526mg (15%) Fiber 12g (48%) Vitamin A 205IU (4%) Vitamin C 4.3mg (5%) Calcium 287mg (29%) Iron 12.1mg (67%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 146

% Daily Value*

Calories 146kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 30g 10%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 4g 6%
Sodium 29mg 1%
Potassium 526mg 11%
Fiber 12g 48%
Vitamin A 205IU 4%
Vitamin C 4.3mg 5%
Calcium 287mg 29%
Iron 12.1mg 67%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.