Garam Masala Powder
Garam masala powder is a blend of ground spices commonly used in Indian and South Asian cuisines. It typically includes ingredients like coriander, cumin, cardamom, cloves, cinnamon, and sometimes other spices.
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp Cinnamon stick
- 2 tbsp Cloves
- 1 tbsp Cardamom
- 5 pieces Star anise
- 1 tbsp Fennel seed
- 1 tbsp Cumin seed
- 1 tbsp Black pepper
- 1 piece Mace
- 1 piece Kalpasi
- 2 pieces Bay leaves
- ½ cup Coriander seed
Instructions
- Heat a pan and put 3 tbsp. cinnamon sticks, 2 tbsp. cloves, 1 tbsp. cardamom, 5 pieces of star anise, 1 tbsp. fennel seeds, 1 tbsp. cumin seeds, 1 tbsp. black pepper, one mace, one small black stone flower or Kalpasi, and 3 pieces of bay leaves broken int half one by one to dry-roast them.
- Stir continuously over a medium flame to ensure even roasting. When it is done, set them aside to cool.
- Now, roast ½ cup coriander seeds separately and set them aside to cool.
- Put all the ingredients in a mixer and blend them nicely.
- Your garam masala powder is ready.
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Notes
- Use only fresh spices of top quality to make garam masala powder. This will help in augmenting and retaining the exquisite natural flavor of the masala powder.
- You must roast the whole spices patiently and carefully to perfection to make garam masala powder. Take your time but do not burn the spices while roasting. I stir continuously and roast them just enough to release their natural flavor.
- Make sure that the roasted whole spices cool down completely before you grind them. Little bit of heat will cause condensation due to moisture and reduce the shelf life of the garam masala powder. It will also affect the flavor.
- You may include other whole spices to make a customized garam masala powder. Make sure that you dry-roast them as well. You may also alter the volume of individual spices if you want.
- You may make a coarse or a fine powder of the spices. It is your choice. However, keep in mind that you will need to grind the spices a number of times to achieve a smoother powder, straining the whole powder every time using a metal strainer. Repeat the process until you get the desired consistency in the texture.
Nutrition Info (Estimation Only)
Nutrition Facts
Garam Masala Powder
Amount per Serving
Calories
20
Calories from Fat 9
% Daily Value*
Fat
1
g
2
%
Saturated Fat
0.1
g
1
%
Trans Fat
0.001
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
1
g
Sodium
502
mg
22
%
Potassium
74
mg
2
%
Carbohydrates
4
g
1
%
Fiber
3
g
13
%
Sugar
0.1
g
0
%
Protein
1
g
2
%
Vitamin A
22
IU
0
%
Vitamin C
1
mg
1
%
Calcium
55
mg
6
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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