Garam Masala

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   1.Break open the cardamom pods. (This is easily done by crushing the pods in a mortar and pestle.) Remove seeds, and reserve. Discard the skin.

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   2. Crush cinnamon with kitchen mallet or rolling pin to break it into small pieces. (Or crush it in a mortar and pestle.)

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   3. Combine all the spices, and roast over medium heat in a cast iron frying pan, stirring and shaking the pan constantly until the spices turn brown and release their fragrance. Do not let them burn.

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   4. Remove the spices from the pan and spread them out on a plate to cool to room temperature.

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   5. When they are cool, grind them to a fine powder using an electric spice grinder.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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