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    Home » Spice Blends

    10 Minute Homemade Garam Masala Powder

    Aug 16, 2022 by Sarah Mirza · 2 Comments

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    10 Minute Homemade Garam Masala Powder is mixed with various whole spices. Don't be fooled by the measly pinch or two that's traditionally added to almost every South Asian dish; it brings you into a new world of flavor. And when it's home-made? Unrivalled.

    WHAT IS GARAM MASALA POWDER?

    10 Minute Homemade Garam Masala Powder is a powder mixture of whole spices. It adds a quintessentially-Pakistani warmth. It serves as the final touch that completes and enhances any recipe. It delivers an irresistible potpourri of aromas and flavors to dishes like Pakistani Mutton Korma (Qorma), Instant Pot Gobi Gosht (Cauliflower & Meat Curry), and Pakistani Mutton Masala Curry.

    garam masala powder in a bowl

    FAQS

    Is garam masala powder and the curry powder the same thing?

    No, it's not. Garam Masala is a lot stronger than the curry powder. 

    Can I substitute all spice powder for garam masala powder?

    No, there isn't any substitute for the garam masala powder. 

    Does garam masala powder have turmeric?

    No, Garam masala powder is just a powder mixture of whole spices. 

    Difference between garam masala and masala?

    Masala is a generic term for the spice blend and garam masala is a type of masala or a whole spice blend. 

    Why is garam masala powder added at the end?

    Garam masala powder is added at the end because it enhances the taste and warmth. Just a pinch or two will be sufficient for the whole recipe. 

    Why is garam masala powder become bitter?

    You shouldn't add a lot of it, and it's added at the end for final touches. Hence you don't let it cook. You just let it sit there and let it do its magic on your recipe. 

    Why the need to dry roast?

    Dry roasting is an important step because it removes the remaining moisture from the spices which gives a longer shelf life. It also enhance the flavor and gives a remarkable aroma to the spice blend. Dry roasting makes the spices crispy, that means it will give more flavor.

    whole spices in a bowl

    HOW TO MAKE IT SPICER?

    Generally, garam masala powder isn't spicy. However, I would highly recommend not to make it spicy because as I said before, the main purpose of the garam masala powder is to give the dish an aroma and that finishing touch in taste. 

    HOW LONG WILL IT LAST?

    The garam masala powder should be ok for a year.

    HOW TO STORE IT?

    Store it in a room temperature environment in an air-tight jar. 

    WHEN AND HOW MUCH TO USE?

    Mostly almost all the recipes require Garam Masala at the end with garnish. However, there are some recipes that require Garam Masala in the middle of the recipe like Mutton/Goat Karahi (Karahi Gosht). Generally, the recipe will ask for a pinch or two that's more than enough.

    WHAT'S THE USE OF CITRIC ACID?

    Citric acid is used as a preservative for the spice blend to last longer.

    WHAT YOU NEED TO MAKE GARAM MASALA?

    • Coriander seeds- Sabut danya
    • Cumin seeds- Zeera 
    • Geen cardamom- Hari elachi
    • Bay leaves- Tez patta
    • Black cardamom- Kali elachi
    • Cloves- Long
    • Mace- Javitri 
    • Cinnamon sticks- Dal chini 
    • Anise star- Badiyan ka phool
    • Fennel seeds- sauf
    • Black peppercorns- Sabut kali mirch
    • Netmug- Jaifal
    • Caraway seeds- Shahi zeera
    • Citric acid 

    HOW TO PREPARE GARAM MASALA?

    Dry roast all the ingredients EXCEPT the citric acid.
    Break the big whole spices.
    Add everything to a spice grinder including citric acid and grind them.
    garam masala powder in a bowl

    Let's Make Homemade Garam Masala Powder!!!

    garam masala powder in a bowl
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    10 Minute Homemade Garam Masala Powder

    10 Minute Homemade Garam Masala Powder is a powder mixture of whole spices. It serves as the final touch that completes and enhances any recipe.
    Prep Time7 mins
    grinding3 mins
    Total Time10 mins
    Course: Prepping
    Cuisine: Indian, Pakistani
    Diet: Gluten Free, Halal, Kosher
    Keyword: garam masala powder, homemade garam masala powder, spiceblend
    Calories: 570kcal
    Author: Sarah Mirza

    Equipment

    • spice grinder

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup coriander seeds sabut danya
    • ¼ cup cumin seeds zeera
    • 30 green cardamom hari elachi
    • 6 bay leaves tez patta
    • 8 black cardamom kali elachi
    • 12 cloves long
    • 4 pieces mace javitri
    • 3 cinnamon sticks dal chini
    • 4 star anise badiyan ka phool
    • 1 tbsp fennel seeds sauf
    • 1 tsp black peppercorns sabut kali mirch
    • ¼ piece netmug jaifal
    • 1 tbsp caraway seeds shahi zeera
    • ⅙ tsp citric acid citric acid

    Instructions

    • `In a fry pan, on medium heat, add everything in the ingredients section EXCEPT citric acid.
    • Dry roast it for a minute.
    • Break the big whole spices in cinnamon sticks, mace, bay leaves, and anise stars.
    • Add the dry roasted spices in a grinder, now add the citric acid.
    • Grind everything until everything is powder form.
    • Store it in an airtight jar or container.
    • Enjoy!

    Nutrition

    Serving: 2cups | Calories: 570kcal | Carbohydrates: 109g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 89mg | Potassium: 2194mg | Fiber: 54g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 488IU | Vitamin C: 31mg | Calcium: 1101mg | Iron: 40mg
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    1. Samiya says

      November 07, 2022 at 12:56 pm

      5 stars
      After i made this masala, i will no longer use store bought garam masala!

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      • Sarah Mirza says

        November 07, 2022 at 2:40 pm

        Thank you so much, homemade is always better in color and in taste, I agree with you. <3

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