Kashmiri Garam Masala
Kashmiri Garam Masala is a spice mix. It's made from various spices that are roasted and ground into a powder.
The spices are heated in a pan until they smell good. Then they are cooled and ground.
The final powder is stored in a sealed container.
By Nadia Kovalenko
Posted October 24, 2026Share
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Description
Kashmiri Garam Masala is a spice mix. It's made from various spices that are roasted and ground into a powder.
The spices are heated in a pan until they smell good. Then they are cooled and ground.
The final powder is stored in a sealed container.
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Ingredients 9
0.25 cup black cumin seed
0.25 cup black peppercorns
4 cinnamon sticks, broken
2 tablespoons green cardamom seeds
2 large bay leaves, crushed
1 tablespoon fennel seed
1.5 teaspoons whole cloves
1 teaspoon chopped fresh mace
1 pinch ground nutmeg
Instructions
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Heat a small skillet over medium heat; add 0.25 cup cumin seeds, 0.25 cup black peppercorns, 4 broken cinnamon sticks, 2 tablespoons green cardamom seeds, 2 crushed large bay leaves, 1 tablespoon fennel seed, 1.5 teaspoons whole cloves, and 1 teaspoon chopped fresh mace. Dry-roast until fragrant, 6 to 10 minutes.
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Cool the spice mixture, then add a pinch of ground nutmeg. Grind the spice mixture in a spice grinder or coffee grinder into a fine powder. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
Amount Per Serving
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Calories 24 kcal
% Daily Value *
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Total Fat 1g
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Sodium 6mg
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Total Carbohydrate 4g
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Dietary Fiber 2g
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Protein 1g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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