Spice Blend Creator

Garam masala, sambar masala recipes

🍳 SPICE BLEND CREATOR

Select Spice Blend

🌶️

Recipe

Garam Masala

8 ingredients

📋 Ingredients

Coriander seeds4 tbsp

Cumin seeds2 tbsp

Green cardamom1 tbsp

Cloves1 tbsp

Black pepper1 tbsp

Cinnamon stick2 sticks (2 inch)

Bay leaves4 large

Black cardamom2 pods

👨‍🍳 Method

Step 1: Dry roast each spice separately on low flame 2-3 min
Step 2: Cool completely on a plate
Step 3: Grind to fine powder
Step 4: Sieve once for smooth texture
Step 5: Store in airtight glass jar - lasts 3-4 months

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Spice Blend Creator

Homemade garam masala recipe?+

2 tbsp coriander, 1 tbsp cumin, 1 tbsp cardamom, 1 tsp cloves, 1 cinnamon stick, 1 tsp pepper, 1 bay leaf, 1 tsp nutmeg. Roast separately, cool, grind. Store airtight.

How to roast spices?+

Dry pan on low-medium heat. Add spices, stir constantly 2-5 minutes. Smell becomes fragrant when ready. Cool completely before grinding. Dont burn - bitter taste!

Whole vs ground spices?+

Whole spices last 2-3 years. Ground spices lose flavor in 6 months. Always buy whole, grind small batches as needed. Better flavor, money-saving.

Spice storage tips?+

Airtight containers, cool dark place (not above stove!), away from heat/humidity/sunlight. Glass jars best. Label with date. Replace ground spices yearly.

Best Indian spice grinder?+

Mixie/blender (Indian) for batches. Manual pepper mill for daily use. Mortar and pestle for small amounts. Coffee grinder works for spices too.

When to add spices?+

Whole spices: temper in hot oil first. Powdered: add to onion gravy. Garam masala: end of cooking to preserve aroma. Salt: usually mid-cooking.

Sambar masala basics?+

3 tbsp coriander, 2 tbsp cumin, 2 tbsp chana dal, 1 tbsp urad dal, 1 tsp methi, 1 tsp pepper, 1 tsp turmeric, 8 dried red chilies. Roast, grind. South Indian classic.

Sambar vs rasam powder?+

Sambar has dals (gives body). Rasam is more pepper-forward, no dals, with tamarind taste. Sambar for thick lentil dishes, rasam for thin spicy soups.