Garam Masala
Seasoning · Indian
A warm Indian spice blend, lightly toasted and ground, with an optional touch of sweet paprika.
Added Aug 17, 2026
PrepPrep time
5 min
CookCook time
6 min
ServingsServings
about 1/4 cup
Ingredients
1× yields about 1/4 cup
2 teaspoons cumin seeds
2 teaspoons coriander seeds
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 whole cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika, optional
Notes
This blend is meant as a seasoning, including for gohan. For the best flavor, grind the toasted spices only after they have cooled completely.
Preparation
1
Toast , , and in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly, until fragrant, then let them cool.
2
Grind the toasted spices to a fine powder, then mix in , , and .
3
Stir in if using, and store the blend in an airtight jar.
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