Description -
Garam masala is a spice blend widely used in Indian cooking, from curries and lentil dishes to soups. Whole spices—cinnamon, mace, peppercorns, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, and cardamom pods—are pan-roasted to release their aromatic flavors and then ground into a powder. The name of this blend translates as "warm spices," intended to warm the body and boost metabolism.
Garam masala powder is one of the most famous Indian spices, widely used in India in the preparation of many mildly hot and spicy Indian dishes. The name "garam masala" comes from the Hindi language. "Garam" means "hot," "masala" means "spice." Indian garam masala powder is made by grinding the entire spice blend, which is a basic seasoning for Indian curries. The aroma and flavor of Indian garam masala are sharp, warm, and strong. This Indian spice powder is an important part of the cuisine of Punjab in northern India and a blend of many different traditional Indian spices. These cooking spices have been a valuable element of good cooking from ancient times in India to the present day.

How to use -

• Lightly toast it and add it to soups for extra flavor.
• It's a wonderful spice to add to simple stir-fried vegetables.
• Use whole garam masala to add an earthy richness to soups, stews, and sauces.
• It is used to add color to many sweet dishes. Aside from its widespread use in multiple cuisines to season meats, particularly lamb, and vegetables, its main ingredient is in curries and curry powder.
• If you cook tomatoes and onions with this Indian spice blend, you'll create a wonderful, aromatic, and delicious curry. Indian garam masala can be used in curries with meat, eggplant, zucchini, spinach, peas, potatoes, and many other Indian ingredients. It's also used in dishes such as biryani and pulao.

THE HEALTH BENEFITS –

• Helps with digestion.
• Provides strong antioxidants.
• Regulates blood pressure and improves heart health.
• Reduces inflammation.
• Reduces the risk of cancer.
• Fights oral bacteria.
• Improves nutrient absorption.
• Defends against diabetes.

Nutritional values – per 100g

• Calories – 103 (amount per serving)
• Fats. 3g - 4%
• Sodium 325 mg – 14%
• Total Carbohydrates 14g – 5%
• Protein 5g – 10%