Kashmiri Garam Masala Recipe

Name: Kashmiri Garam Masala
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon cumin seed; 2 cinnamon sticks, broken into smaller pieces (each 3 inches long); 1 teaspoon fennel seed; 1 teaspoon black peppercorns; 1 teaspoon ground ginger; ½ teaspoon black cumin seeds; ½ teaspoon whole cloves; ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg; ¼ teaspoon ground mace; seeds from 4 black cardamom pod

Servings: persons

1
Preheat a small skillet over medium-high heat.
2
Add the cumin and cinnamon; toast, shaking the skillet every few seconds, until the cumin seeds turn reddish brown, the cinnamon sticks appear brittle and the mixture is highly fragrant, 1-2 minutes.
3
Immediately transfer the nutty-smelling spices to a plate to cool.
4
Once they are cool to the touch, place them in a spice grinder.
5
Add all the remaining spices and grind until the texture resembles that of finely ground black pepper.
6
Store the spice blend in a tightly sealed container, away from excess light, heat and humidity, for up to 2 months.

132

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoon cumin seed, 2 cinnamon sticks, broken into smaller pieces (each 3 inches long), 1 teaspoon fennel seed, 1 teaspoon black peppercorns, and more.

Yes, Kashmiri Garam Masala falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Kashmiri Garam Masala

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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