Garam Masala Recipe

Origin: India      Period: Traditional

Garam Masala is the classic Indian spice blend. Literally the phrase is formed from he words garam (hot) and masala (mixture of spices). However, the hat referred to is a medical cleansing heat and is a classic component of Hindu medicine. The spice blend is easy to make and will keep for up to a month in an air-tight jar

Ingredients:

1 tbsp Coriander Seeds
1 tbsp Cumin Seeds
1 tsp Green Cardamom Seeds
1 tsp Cloves
1 tsp Black Peppercorns
2x 5cm Cinnamon sticks
2 Bayleaves
1/2 Nutmeg, freshly grated
1 Spring Onion
4 Black Cardamoms

Garam Masala Preparation:

Method:

Creating this blend is simplicity itself: simply place all the ingredients in a clean coffee grinder and grind for at least a minute. Test the mixture by rubbing a sample between your fingers. You need a finely-ground mixture which should not feel gritty to the touch.

Spoon into an airtight container and store in a dark place such as a cupboard. Garam masala should always be added to food towards the end of cooking. It can also be used as a garnish for cooked meats, vegetables or yoghurts.

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