This is a spice blend – if you do not want to make your own, we recommend buying a pre-made jar from Patel Brothers, locations in Niles (Golf/Milwaukee) and Chicago (on Devon Avenue in Little India).
Ingredients
Yields approximately 20 tablespoons
- 3 ounces coriander seeds
- 1 ounce cumin seeds
- ¼ ounce fenugreek seeds
- 1 ounce cloves
- 2 ounces cardamom seeds
- ¼ teaspoon mace
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 ounce cinnamon
- 1 ounce black pepper
Steps
Please note – roasting the ingredients separately is important as each gives off its characteristic aroma at different times.
- Roast coriander seeds, cumin, and fenugreek seeds separately for a few minutes until their rich aroma is given off. Combine with all other ingredients and grind.
- Pass the mixture through a sieve and store in an airtight jar.
- Use in any recipe that calls for Garam Masala (such as Sukha Gobhi!)
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