Thursday 25 April 2013

Maharashtrian Garam Masala powder

Heart of every traditional indian recipe is the "Garam Masala"

"Garam Masala" which is the mixture of 19  special spices.If not mixed in proper proportion can make a very different taste which can even spoil the recipe.So here is the exact proportion of the spices and method to make scrumptious and aromatic"Garam Masala".


Ingredients:

1.Dhaniya (coriander seeds)(1/2 kg)
2.Khobra(dry coconut) (250 gms)
3.Khus khus (poppy seeds) (150 gms)
4.Meera (peppercorns) (50 gms)
5.Jeera (cumin seeds) (50 gms)
6.Shah jeera (black cumin) (50 gms)
7.Dalchini (cinnamon) (50 gms)
8.Laung (cloves) (50 gms)
9.Elaichi (green cardamom) (50 gms)
10.Badi elaichi (black cardamoms) (50 gms)
11.Hing (asafoeitida) (50 gms)
12.Saunf (fennel seeds) (50 gms)
13.Sunth (dry ginger) (50 gms)
14.Tej patti  (indian bay leaf)(10 gms)
15.Chakra phool (star anise) (50 gms)
16.Javitri (mace) (25 gms)
17.Jaiphal (nutmeg) (2 pieces)
18.Red chilly powder (1/2 kg)
19.150 ml edible oil

Procedure:

Dry roast all the above ingredients one by one.
Roast each spice till it changes its color slightly.
After roasting all the spices let them cool down.





Then grind the mixture fine in the grinder.
Then roast the chilly powder slightly.
After it cools down mix it well with the Garam Masala powder.
Heat 100 ml oil, let it cool down to normal and mix it well with the masala.



You will experience pleasant aroma in your kitchen.
                      
This garam masala is the perfect combination of spices which gives every indian recipe a tangling taste.
Try it.....Taste it...Love it....
Waiting for your comments always..So stay tuned!!!!

7 comments:

  1. Now a days, Girls/Women do not indulge in such home prepared spices. Its wonderful that you are doing this! Good lesson for others.
    Wishes! Cheers!

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  2. Nice post! Bookmarking it - hopefully some day!

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  3. Nice initiative .. All the very best and wish U great Success in your endeavor .. Happy Cooking :)

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  4. Thank you so much!! I've been searching for this recipe for a very long time. I grew up with Maharashtrian neighbours.

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