Garam Masala

By mona

from Vij's at Home

Ingredients

• 1 heaping tsp whole cloves
• 1 1/2 tsp black cardamom seeds (10 pods)
• 6 tbsp cumin seeds
• 1 tbsp pounded cinnamon sticks
• 1/4 tsp ground mace
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg

Details

Servings 1
Preparation time 20mins
Cooking time 30mins

Preparation

Step 1

In a heavy-bottomed frying pan, heat all but the mace and nutmeg on medium to high, stirring constantly.
When cumin seeds darken, 5 to 8 minutes, remove pan from stove.
Transfer to a bowl and allow to cool for 20 minutes.
Place roasted spices, mace, and nutmeg in a grinder and grind.
Store in airtight container in dark cupboard or drawer