Garam Masala Recipe - Recreating
the Fab Flavours of the Indian Subcontinent

This garam masala recipe is my tried and trusted mix that I turn to time and again when cooking Indian food. It uses 10 traditional spices which when combined will allow you to add the unique flavours of the Indian subcontinent to your home cooking. 

What You'll Need: (makes about 8 tablespoons)

4 tbsp coriander seeds
2 tbsp cumin seeds
1 tbsp black peppercorns
1 tbsp fenugreek seeds
2 tsp yellow mustard seeds
1 tsp whole cloves 
1 tsp grated nutmeg
1 tsp ginger powder
2 inch/6 cm piece of cassia cinnamon
Seeds from 6 green cardamom pods

tbsp = tablespoon
tsp = teaspoon

Directions:

  • Break up the cinnamon stick
  • Finely grind the cinnamon pieces along with the other whole ingredients
  • Add to a mixing bowl
  • Add the ginger powder and grated nutmeg

Store this masala recipe in a cool place in an airtight jar out of direct sunlight. Use within 6 months.

Here is a slideshow of how I created this blend



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