Garam Masala - A prefect blend of flavourful spices

One of the most commonly used spice mixes in India is garam masala. Be it for curries, gravies, stews, salads, or soups, this masala elevates the overall aroma, taste, and flavor of the dish. This garam masala spice mix blends about ten Indian spices, including coriander, fennel, cumin, cinnamon, dry ginger, bay leaf, cardamom, black pepper, nutmeg, and clove. When roasted and ground in the right proportions, this masala gives an authentic, earthy, and spicy flavor. 

Garam Masala from Nita Mehta

Nita Mehta, the leading chef in India with over four decades of experience in indigenous recipes, has curated spices, spice mixes, and seasonings and offers Indian spices online through the “Nita Mehta Kitchen Queen” online store. The garam powder from Nita Mehta is made of slow-roasted organic spices sourced locally from Indian farmers. Undoubtedly, they retain the natural oils in the spices and have an original aroma and flavor. Most importantly, they don’t entail preservatives and artificial colors. 

Nutritional value

The nutritional value of 100 grams of garam masala is:

Health benefits of Garam Masala

1. The cumin in this masala helps boost digestion.
2. The cloves and cinnamon are rich in antioxidants, and thus adding this masala relieves the body from oxidative stress. Moreover, they also help lower the blood sugar levels.
3. Using the garam masala seasoning regularly can help with cancer prevention, as some of the spices have anti-cancer properties. 
4. The cardamom in this masala has anti-inflammatory properties, which help the body heal faster from inflammation.

Frequently asked questions

• What are the important spices in garam masala?

Black pepper, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, and cumin are the most important spices that are added to this masala. Other ingredients include star anise, bay leaf, dry ginger, etc. 

• How to find the premium garam powder?

The premium garam masala powder must have the most flavorful aroma when you simply smell the powder. Also, when added as a seasoning, it must increase the earthy taste of the food.

• Is garam masala healthy? 

The spices in this masala are rich in anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, and anti-cancer properties. So, including them in the dishes makes them healthy and nutritious as well.   

• What is the price of 100g of garam masala?