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Garam Masala

Yields24 Servings

Garam Masala in a Bowl

 2 tablespoons cumin seeds
 2 tablespoons coriander seeds
 2 tablespoons cardamom seeds
 2 tablespoons black peppercorns
 3-inch stick cinnamon, broken up
 1 teaspoon whole cloves
 1 teaspoon grated nutmeg
1

Wash hands well with soap and warm water.

2

In a medium skillet over medium heat, add all of the spices except the nutmeg.

3

Toast spices, moving them often for about 10 minutes. (Caution: if you increase the heat to speed up the process the outside will burn leaving the inside undercooked)

4

In batches, add the spices to a clean coffee grinder or mortar and pestle. Grind spices to a fairly fine powder.

5

Use immediately or store in an air tight container for up to 6 months.

Nutrition Facts

24 servings

Serving size

1 teaspoon

Amount per serving
Calories8
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0g

Saturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 2mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 1g1%

Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 0g
Calcium 14mg2%
Iron 1mg6%
Folate 0mcg0%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.