Garam Masala

Garam masala, which literally means hot (garam) spice (masala), is one of the popular spice blend used throughout India and other neighbouring countries too.

Garam Masala is better when made with whole spices that have been roasted and ground together, but this is a quick and easy substitute that's pretty good." ... Mix cardamom, coriander,cumin,cloves, pepper, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a bowl.

It is a powder made of more than 10 types of spices, and is added in small quantities at the end of the cooking process, or along with the tempering. Garam masala can be used alone or along with other seasonings and spice powders.

When cooking with Garam Masala, you may want to wait until the end of the cooking process before sprinkling it in so you will not lose the fragrant aroma. Lightly toasting this spice blend beforehand will release more of the flavor and increase its scent.