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Garam Masala Indian Seasoning Blend

Garam masala is an Indian spice blend with a fantastic aroma. You can add it to countless recipes, such as curries, dahl, soup, and rice. The homemade version is better than the store-bought product in taste and freshness.
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Servings: 1
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

about one third cup
  • 2 Tablespoon coriander seeds
  • 1 Tablespoon cumin seeds
  • 1 Tablespoon black peppercorn
  • 1 small cinnamon stick about 1-inch long
  • 1 Tablespoon cardamom pods
  • 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
  • ¼ teaspoon whole cloves
  • 1 star anise
  • 3 units mace optional
  • 4 Bay Leaf optional

Method
 

  1. Crush the cardamom pods, remove the seeds and transfer them to a bowl.
  2. שמירת התרגוםAdd the rest of the spices to the bowl except the cinnamon stick and mace.
  3. Heat a pan; Add mace and cinnamon, and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until the mace begins to brown.
  4. Add the rest of the ingredients and roast for a few more seconds until fragrant.
  5. Transfer to a spice/coffee grinder or a strong blender (if you have a small container, use it) and grind until you get a powder.
  6. Transfer to an airtight container and keep in a cool dark place.

Notes

For a fine powder, strain the mixture through a mesh sieve. In my opinion, it is not necessary.

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