There is nothing like the taste and aroma of freshly made masala. It does magic to the vegetable. It does not take much time but the end result certainly has a difference. My Mother would always make her own garam masala or curry powder. I have her recipe, I tweaked it a bit - since I like it more spicy and the result was amazing....I just love the aroma and the spicy flavor. There are somethings that never change, and pass on thru generations, am glad I have inherited the love for cooking from her and the joy of entertaining. There is nothing more relaxing than cooking....and when I roast and grind any kind of masala or powder .... it is like aroma therapy !! I am sure a lot of you will relate to me.
Bye for now... am going to do some blog hoping...before I call it a day!! Hope you are all are enjoying your weekend :)
Ingredients :
Coriander seeds : 4 tbsp
Cumin seed : 1 tbsp
Black pepper : 4-5 corns
Cardamom : few seeds
Cinnamon: 1/2 stick
Cloves: 2
Red chili : 3
Red chili for color ( kasmiri or byadgi): 2
Turmeric : 1/4 tsp
Roast the above in 1/2 tsp oil, putting in the red chili last. Let it cool and powder it semi fine...!! Enjoy the curry powder with your favorite vegetable or curry.
I dont like buying ready made garam masala n I always prepare freshly made ones..
ReplyDeleteGaram masala looks spicy and flavourful ... a little different from the usual but should give it a try ... Thanks for sharing:)
ReplyDeleteReva
Nothing will bea the homemade masala powder, wonderful garam masala..
ReplyDeleteLooks so aromatic!!!! Fab clicks :)
ReplyDeletePrathima Rao
Prats Corner
What a lovely color.
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