Garam Masala in Microwave

Yes it’s possible … in an IFB Microwave Oven!

It doesn’t get any spicier than this! Now you can make Garam Masala at home using this easy microwave oven recipe.

Preparation time: 10 mins

Cooking time: 10 mins

Yield: 280 gm  

Shelf life: 6 months-1 year

Ingredients:

• 50 gm coriander seeds
• 30 gm black pepper
• 30 gm cumin seeds
• 30 gm cinnamon sticks
• 10 gm cloves
• 10 gm star anise
• 10 gm javitri (mace)
• 10 gm black cardamom
• 5 gm bay leaves
• 10 gm green cardamom
• 1 nutmeg

Preparation:

1.In a microwave-safe flat bowl, line a tissue paper on the base. Spread all the whole spices (except nutmeg), select 80% micropower level on solo mode (microwave mode) and heat up the whole spices for 10 mins.

2.After every minute, lightly stir the whole spices. After heating, spread them on a paper for 10 mins.

3.Grind the whole spices into fine powder in a grinder; now grate nutmeg in the powder masala. Give a final grind.

4.You can make about 250-300 gm masala from these ingredients.

5.Transfer the masala into a clean glass jar or airtight container.

6.You can store this masala in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for about 6 months to 1 year.