What is garam masala?
 Garam masala is an Indian spice mix that typically includes cumin, cinnamon, cloves, cardamom and peppercorns. The particular mix of spices depends on the cook and the region; garam masala may also include coriander, saffron, nutmeg, turmeric, mustard seeds or dried chiles.In Hindi, garam masala means "warm spices," and you can probably tell by the list of possible ingredients that garam masala's flavors and smells evoke a sense of home, comfort and happiness. You can usually find garam masala in the spice section of the grocery store. Or, you might have the ingredients on hand to make your own. Mix 2 tablespoons black pepper, 2 tablespoons cardamom seeds, 1 tablespoon cumin seeds, 1 tablespoon whole cloves, and 1 (2-inch) cinnamon stick broken into pieces. Briefly toast the mix and then grind it into a powder using a spice grinder. Authentic garam masala is made fresh every day, but you can keep your homemade version for two months in a spice jar. |
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