GARAM MASALA

GARAM MASALA 

Garam masala is a staple spice in Pakistani Food Recipes.You can sprinkle in curry a little for a new aromatic spicy flavor. No doubt All Spice Powder is an important element of South Asian cuisine.

PREPARATION TIME: 10 mins        COOKING TIME: 5 mins    
      

INGREDIENTS

Cloves 1 tbsp 
Coriander seeds 2 tbsp 
Cumin seeds 2 & 1/2 tbsp 
Black peppercorns 2 tbsp 
Star anise 4-5 
Black cardamom 7-8 
Cinnamon sticks 12-15 
Nutmeg 2 
Green cardamom 20-22 
bay leaves 6-8 
Mace 1 & 1/2 tbsp 
Caraway seeds 1 tbsp 
Dried fenugreek leaves 2 tbsp

METHOD

• In frying pan,add cloves,coriander seeds,cumin seeds and black peppercorns,dry roast until aromatic & light brown and take out in a bowl.
• In frying pan,add star anise,black cardamom,cinnamon sticks,nutmeg,green cardamom, and bay leaves,dry roast until aromatic & take out in a bowl.
• In frying pan,add mace,caraway seeds,dried fenugreek leaves,dry roast until aromatic & take out in a bowl.
• In spice mixer,add roasted spices and grind to make a fine powder.
• Garam masala powder is ready!
• Can be stored in air tight container for up to 2 months.

NOTE:
for Garam masala correct ratio of these spices is very important.