GARAM MASALA

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Be sure to use this garam masala recipe when making Suvir Saran's Spicy-Sweet Chicken Wings --both recipes are featured in "American Masala."

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Cuisine-Inspired Recipes     Indian-Inspired Recipes

Yield Makes about 3/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon dried miniature rosebuds (optional), stems removed and discarded
1 (1-inch) piece cinnamon stick, broken into pieces
2 bay leaves
1/4 cup cumin seeds
1/3 cup coriander seeds
1 tablespoon green cardamom pods
1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns
2 teaspoons whole cloves
1 dried red chile
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground mace

Steps:

  • In a medium skillet, heat roses, cinnamon, bay leaves, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, cardamom pods, peppercorns, cloves, and chile over medium-high heat, stirring often, until cumin is browned, 2 1/2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a spice grinder or coffee mill along with nutmeg and mace and grind to a fine powder. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 months.

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