Garam Masala Powder, Homemade Garam Masala powder Recipe
Prep Time
20 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Garam masala powder is a blend of toasted aromatic spices. This can be called an Indian magic ingredient which enhances the taste of the recipe.
Course:
Condiment
Cuisine:
Indian
Keyword:
Garam Masala Powder
Servings: 1 Small Jar
Calories: 40 kcal
Ingredients
- Cinnamon sticks – 3 tbsp.
- Cloves – 1 ½ tbsp.
- Black pepper – 2 tbsp.
- Green cardamom – 10 No.
- Star Anise – 2 No.
- Coriander seeds – ½ cup 5 tbsp.
- Cumin/ Jeera–1 ½ tbsp.
- Sayajeera – 1 tbsp.
- Bay leaf – 4 No.
Instructions
How to Make Garam Masala Powder:
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In a pan dry roast cinnamon sticks, black pepper, cloves, green cardamoms, coriander seeds, star anise, sayajeera, bay leaf and cumin seeds.
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Roast the above mixture occasionally until they turn their respective colors.
Tip: You will notice aromatic smell out of the roast or roast for 5 minutes. whichever is convenient.
Note: Please do not raise the heat to save your time. By doing so you may burn the spices and the taste will change.
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Once the spices are roasted perfectly, let them cool completely.
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Grind the above mixture to a fine powder.
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You can use immediately or store in an airtight container.
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Garam masala powder preserved in an airtight container and kept in dry condition can remain for about 3 months
Recipe Video
Recipe Notes
Although this recipe is homemade it has a shelf life. So It's a good idea to use before expiry to get an authentic flavor.