garam masala
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Added to many Indian dishes Masala means spice in Indian. Masala Chai is an easy tea made with this spice blend.
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Ingredients
- 1/4 cup coriander seed
- 2 tablespoons cumin seed
- 1 tablespoon black peppercorns, whole
- 2 teaspoons cardamom pods
- 2 - 3-inch cinnamon sticks, broken into small pieces
- 1 teaspoon whole cloves
- 1 - whole nutmeg
- 2 teaspoons fennel seeds
- 2 teaspoons whole allspice
How To Make garam masala
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Step 1Dry-roast the coriander seeds in a small skillet over medium heat, sliding the skillet back and forth over the burner to prevent burning, until the seeds exude a pleasant aroma, 1 to 2 minutes.
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Step 2Transfer to a bowl and set aside. Repeat the process, one at a time, with the cumin seeds, peppercorns, cardamom, cinnamon,fennel, allspice and cloves. Let cool completely.
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Step 3Put all the ingredients except the nutmeg in a spice grinder and grind to a fine powder. Transfer to a bowl. Grate the nutmeg over the mixture. Stir to mix well.
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Step 4Transfer to a glass jar with a tight-fitting lid. The garam masala will keep at room temperature for at least a month.
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