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Garam Masala
Preamble
"Garam Masala Ground Mixed Spices There are many versions of Garam Masala, some using hot spices, such as pepper, and other only the fragrant spices. Here are some combinations to choose from according to your own personal taste. Made from good quality spices and stored airtight, garam masala will keep its flavour and fragrance for months."
Ingredients4 tablespoons Coriander Seeds 2 tablespoons Cumin Seeds 1 tablespoon whole Black Peppercorns 2 teaspoons Cardamom Seeds (measure after removing pods) 4 x 7.5 cm (3 inch) Cinnamon Sticks 1 teaspoon whole Cloves 1 whole Nutmeg |
MethodIn a small pan roast separately the coriander, cummn, peppercorns, cardamom, cinnamon and cloves. As each one starts to smell fragrant turn on to plate to cool. After roasting, peel the cardamoms, discard the pods and use only the seeds. Put all into an electric blender and blend to a fine powder. Finely grate nutmeg and mix in. Store in a glass jar with airtight lid. |
Remarks
See also this version and this one and this and this