BASIC GARAM MASALA (INDIAN SPICE)
Posted for ZWT. This is a version of the most common type of garam masala used throughout Uttar Pradesh and the Punjab, which goes well with onion-based sauces for meats and poultry. It is a spicy, pungent blend. Change the proportions to suit your taste and the dish. From Jill Norman, "The Complete Book of Spices".
Provided by lazyme
Categories Indian
Time 15m
Yield 5 ounces
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Break the cinnamon sticks into pieces. Crumble the bay leaves. Heat a heavy frying pan and after 2-3 minutes put in the whole spices. Dry roast over a medium heat until the color darkens, stirring or shaking the pan frequently to prevent burning. Leave to cool, then grind and blend with the mace. In an airtight container, the mixture will keep for 3-4 months.
- * To make a mild and subtle Moghul Masala, use only green cardamoms, cinnamon, black peppercorns, mace and a few cloves.
- * For a hot Gujerati Masala, add sesame seeds, fennel seeds, ajowan seeds and chiles.
- * For a mildish Kashmiri Masala, use black cumin seeds, green cardamoms, black peppercorns, cloves, cinnamon, mace, and add a little grated nutmeg.
- * For a hot Parsi Dhansak Masala, add fenugreek seeds, mustard seeds, chiles and ground turmeric, and double the amount of coriander seeds.
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Shaman Merani
[email protected]This garam masala recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be using it again.
M abdulrehman
[email protected]I would not recommend this garam masala recipe. It's not worth the effort.
Louise Evans
[email protected]This garam masala recipe is a waste of time. The flavors are bland and it didn't add anything to my dish.
JerrY AbbaSi
[email protected]I didn't like this garam masala recipe. The flavors were too strong and it overpowered the other ingredients in my dish.
Vin Mirrors official
[email protected]This garam masala recipe is okay. It's not the best I've ever had, but it's not bad either. It's a good option if you're looking for a quick and easy recipe.
Brewu Brewu
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of garam masala, but this recipe is pretty good. The flavors are well-balanced and it's not too overpowering.
Mckenzie Houzaifi
[email protected]This garam masala recipe is a great way to add some Indian flair to your cooking. It's easy to make and the flavor is amazing. I highly recommend it.
Jazmyn Gonzalez
[email protected]I love this garam masala recipe! It's so easy to make and it adds such a wonderful flavor to my dishes. I've been using it in everything from curries to soups to roasted vegetables.
Donna Hebert
[email protected]This garam masala recipe is a bit more time-consuming than some others, but it's worth the effort. The flavors are deep and complex, and it really elevates any dish.
Corky Cherry
[email protected]I've tried a lot of garam masala recipes, but this one is by far the best. The spices are perfectly balanced and the flavor is amazing. I highly recommend this recipe.
Elijah Ayala
[email protected]This is my new go-to garam masala recipe. It's so easy to make and the flavor is incredible. I love that I can use it in so many different dishes.
Tashee oui
[email protected]I was skeptical at first, but this garam masala recipe is the real deal. The flavors are complex and well-balanced, and it's easy to make. I'll definitely be using this recipe again.
Bontu Adenew
[email protected]This garam masala recipe is a game-changer! It's so easy to make and adds incredible flavor to any dish. I've used it in everything from curries to soups to roasted vegetables, and it always delivers.