Homemade Garam Masala Recipe
Learn how to make authentic homemade Garam Masala with this easy recipe. Discover the perfect blend of spices for rich, aromatic Indian dishes, and tips for storing your spice mix for maximum freshness.
Servings: 0.5 teaspoon
Calories: 30kcal
Cost: $5
Ingredients
- ¼ Cup cumin seeds (Jeera)
- ¼ cup coriander seeds (Dhane)
- 2 cinnamon sticks (Dalchini ) each about 1 inche long
- 2 bay leaf ( Tej Patta )
- 1 Tablespoon Whole Black Peppercorns
- 4 Black Cardamom Moti Elaichi
- 8 Green Cardamom Elaichi
- 1 teaspoon Cloves Laung
- 1 Tablespoon Mace or ¼ teaspoon Nutmeg Jaiphal
Instructions
- Heat a small skillet over medium heat. Once the skillet is hot, add all the whole spices to it. Dry-roast whole spices, until fragrant. Make sure to keep the heat to lowest setting. ( to avoid burn) Dry roasting helps release the fragrant oils from the spices and revive their aroma.
- Turn off the heat and transfer the dry roasted ingredients to a bowl to cool.
- Once the spices are completely cooled, transfer them to a spice blender /coffee grinder. You can also use mortal and pestle if you wish. Blend to the desired texture.
- Store in an airtight container in a cool dry place.
Notes
Storing Garam Masala properly is crucial to maintaining its freshness, flavor, and potency. Here are some tips to help you store this aromatic spice blend effectively:
Air Tight Container : Store Garam Masala in an airtight container, preferably made of glass or metal. These materials do not absorb odors and are less likely to interact with the spices.
Away from Heat: Store the container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heat, or humidity. Excess heat can cause the oils in the spices to deteriorate, leading to a loss of flavor and aroma.
Pro Tip : Freshly Grind: Since we are making Garam Masala from whole spices, consider storing the whole spices separately and grinding them in small batches as needed. Whole spices retain their flavor longer than ground ones.
Nutrition
Serving: 0.05teaspoon | Calories: 30kcal