How to Make Authentic Garam Masala at Home

Garam Masala, a perfect blend of Indian spices, makes every dish flavourful. Here’s a quick and easy recipe to prepare it at home. 
 

2 teaspoons coriander seeds, 1 tsp cumin seeds, 1 tsp black pepper, 1-2 cardamom pods, 1 tbs cloves, 2 cinnamon sticks, 2 bay leaves, 1 nutmeg, 2 star anise, 2 dried red chillies. 
 

Dry roast all the ingredients in a pan over low heat. 
 

Keep stirring and make sure you don’t over roast them. This will take about 2-3 minutes. 
 

Remove the spices from the heat and let it cool down. 
 

When it cools down, grind the spices in a mixer to form a powder. 
 

Store your garam masala in an air-tight container in a cool and dry place. You can use it for up to one year.