Recipe For Garam Masala.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup cumin seeds
• 1/2 cup coriander seeds
• 1/4 cup black peppercorns
• 2 tbsp green cardamom pods
• 1 tbsp black cardamom pods
• 2 tbsp cloves
• 2 tbsp fennel seeds
• 1 cinnamon stick (about 2 inches long)
• 1 nutmeg, grated
• 2-3 dried bay leaves
• 1 tsp mace powder

Instructions:

• Dry roast 1/2 cup cumin seeds, 1/2 cup coriander seeds, 1/4 cup black peppercorns, 2 tbsp green cardamom pods, 1 tbsp black cardamom pods, 2 tbsp cloves, and 2 tbsp fennel seeds in a pan over low heat until fragrant. Stir occasionally to prevent burning. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
• Add 1 cinnamon stick broken into pieces and continue roasting for another 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
• Turn off the heat and add 1 grated nutmeg, 2-3 dried bay leaves, and 1 tsp mace powder. Mix well.
• Let the mixture cool completely.
• Once the mixture has cooled, transfer it to a blender or spice grinder and grind it into a fine powder.
• Sift the powder through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any larger pieces or seeds that were not ground properly.
• Store the Garam Masala in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.
• Your homemade Garam Masala is now ready to use in your favorite recipes! Enjoy the flavors and aroma!