Garam masala #5

6 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
½cupBlack Pepper
6tablespoonsDark Caraway Seeds
tablespoonGround Cinnamon
½cupCoriander
tablespoonGround Cloves
2tablespoonsCardamom Seeds

Directions

Pick over the ingredients and remove any husks or strawy bits. Grind together in a blender or finely adjusted coffee grinder. Do not make the mixture too fine. Stor in an airtight container and keep for use in the recipes.

NOTE: This Garam masala is fragrant and strong. Its robust flavour goes well with meat, fried and braised foods. Try it sprinkled on fried potatoes, with a pinch of tumeric. Sprinkle a lttle on yogurt, sour cream and curd cheeses.

From How To Make Good Curries by Helen Lawson Copyright 1973