Homemade Garam Masala Blend
Homemade Garam Masala Blend brings a warm, aromatic punch with layers of coriander, cumin, and cardamom balanced by pepper, cloves, and turmeric. It’s fragrant, slightly peppery, and gently earthy, perfect for finishing curries, seasoning roasted vegetables, or stirring into lentils. Keep a jar on hand to elevate weeknight dinners or add depth to festive Indian dishes.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook2 mins
- Serves20
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Place the coriander seeds, cumin seeds, cardamom seeds, peppercorns, fennel seeds, mustard seeds, cloves, and red chile peppers in a small skillet over medium-low heat. Toast until fragrant.
- 2
Grind the toasted spices in a clean coffee grinder or spice mill to a fine powder. Add the turmeric and process to blend. Use right away, or store in a sealed jar for up to 1 month.
- Calories 11.11 kcal Low Source
- Protein 0.32 g Low Source
- Carbs 1.97 g Moderate
- Total Fat 0.23 g Low Source
- Saturated Fat 0.05 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source
- Sodium 1.01 mg Low Source
- Fiber 1.22 g Low Source
- Sugar 0.06 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 17.6 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.16 mg Low Source
- Potassium 54.96 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 0.39 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.87 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Homemade Garam Masala Blend is an Indian side dish recipe made with 9 ingredients. It takes about 17 mins, serves 20, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Peppercorns, Coriander Seed, Dried Chile Peppers, and Fennel Seed. Each serving provides about 11.11 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Homemade Garam Masala Blend?
- It is an Indian recipe made with 9 ingredients, usually served for side dish.
- What is Homemade Garam Masala Blend made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Peppercorns, Coriander Seed, Dried Chile Peppers, Fennel Seed, Ground Turmeric. The full list of 9 is above.
- How long does it take to make Homemade Garam Masala Blend?
- About 17 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 2 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 11.11 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Homemade Garam Masala Blend easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 2 steps.
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