Garam masala is a blend of ground spices common in North Indian and other South Asian cuisines. It is used alone or with other seasonings. The word garam refers to “heat” in the Ayurvedic sense of the word. Meaning “to heat the body” as these spices. in the Ayurvedic system of medicine, elevate body temperature. The choice of a good masala powder is a matter of personal taste and liking. some like it hot, strong and pungent, while some like the mild simple masala recipe. Here is the perfect masala recipe:
Garam masala recipe:
Ingredients:
200 gms cumin seeds
60 gms coriander seeds
50 gms brown cardamom
40 gms black peppercorns
30 gms green cardamom
30 gms dried ginger powder
20 gms cinnamon
20 gms cloves
20 gms mace
15 gms bayleaf
2 nutmegs
salt to taste
Method:
- Warm all the ingredients lightly and make a fine powder or pound them.
