Indian Masala Recipes



Garam Masala

Ingredients:

3 tblsp grated Coconut (Nariyal)
1 tblsp Sesame seeds (Til)
2 tblsp Mustard seeds (Rai/Sarson)
1/4th tsp Saffron (Kesar) threads
1/4th cup green Pepper corns (Kalimirchi)
1/4th cup White Pepper corns
2/3rd cup Green bruised Cardamom (Elaichi) pods
3/4th cup Cumin Seed (Jeera)
1/4th cup ground Nutmeg (Jaiphal)

How to make garam masala:

* Roast all ingredients in a dry pan (preferably non-stick) and heat over a very low fire, shaking the pan time to time.
* When the spices give off the fragrance allow to cool slightly.
* Then grind finely in an electric grinder.
* If electric grinder is not available, grind by hand and press through a fine sieve afterwards.
* Store it in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
* Make sure you always close the lid tightly after use.

Keywords: Tasty food, juice, milk shake, ice cream, jam, healthy food, breakfast, curry recipes, rice recipes, masala Recipes, Garam Masala