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Homemade garam masala blend in a small Weck jar with a small spoon, and whole spices on the sides.
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Homemade Garam Masala Recipe

Authentic homemade garam masala spice blend made with whole spices or ground spices. Use fresh spices to make the best tasting garam masala ever, and it's ready in just 5 minutes!
Author Diana
Servings 12 servings
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes

Equipment

Ingredients

Using Ground Spices

  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin

Using Whole Spices

  • 2 cinnamon sticks or cassia bark
  • 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
  • 1 tablespoon cardamom pods
  • 1 piece whole nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon coriander seeds
  • 2 teaspoons whole cloves
  • 2 tablespoons cumin seeds
  • 1 dried chili optional
  • 2 bay leaves optional

Instructions

Using ground spices

  • In a bowl, combine all of the ground spices and stir well.
  • Transfer to an airtight container, then label and date the container.

Using whole spices

  • Gather all the whole spices, and h a dry skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the whole spices to the skillet and toast for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until aromatic.
  • Remove from heat and let cool.
  • Grind the spices into a fine powder using a pestle and mortar or an electric grinder.
  • Transfer to an airtight container, then label and date the container.

Notes

  • You can easily double or triple this recipe.
  • Whole spices stay fresh for longer, once you grind them, they need to be stored in a cool dry place. However, homemade spices last much longer than any ground spice that you buy from a store. So store in an airtight jar in a cool dry place for up to a year.

Nutrition

Serving: 1teaspoon | Calories: 15kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Trans Fat: 0.001g | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 59mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 40IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 1mg