Garam Masala (Indian spice blend)

Garam Masala (Indian spice blend)
(makes 1/4 cup)

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon cumin seeds

1 tablespoon coriander seeds

2 teaspoons black peppercorns

12 cardamom pods

8 whole cloves

1 2-inch cinnamon stick, broken into pieces

1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Directions:

Place cumin, coriander, peppercorns, cardamom, cloves and cinnamon in a skillet over medium-high heat.

Cook until spices start to smoke and become aromatic. Constantly shake skillet for about 5 minutes then stir in nutmeg.

Remove from heat and let cool completely.

Place toasted spices in a spice or cleaned out coffee grinder and grind until finely ground.

Store in an airtight container.

Suggested uses: Use as a spice rub over your favorite meats like chicken, pork, beef or seafood.

TEXT VERSION OF NUTRITION FACTS: Serving Size: 1 teaspoon (2 g) Servings Per Recipe: 12
	Amount per serving
Calories	6
Calories from fat	3
Total Fat	0 g
Saturated Fat	0 g
Cholesterol	0 mg
Sodium	2 mg
Total Carbohydrates	1 g
Dietary Fiber	0 g
Sugars	0 g
Protein	0 g
Vitamin A	0%
Vitamin C	0%
Calcium	0%
Iron	4%