garam masala
noun
ga·ram ma·sa·la
gä-ˈräm-mə-ˈsä-lə 
: a pungent and aromatic mixture of ground spices used in Indian cooking
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Add the garam masala, black pepper, chile powder, cardamom, and remaining ¼ teaspoon of salt and cook, stirring continuously, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
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Joe Yonan, Saveur, 23 Jan. 2025
Add the chicken to the pan and sprinkle with garam masala.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Jan. 2025
Boneless, skinless chicken thighs are marinated in ginger, garlic, red chile powder, cumin and garam masala, with yogurt to both tenderize and tangify.
—Mia Leimkuhler, New York Times, 4 Jan. 2025
Add the cumin, coriander, turmeric, paprika, garam masala, and cayenne (if using).
—Fox News Staff, Fox News, 26 Dec. 2024
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Joe Yonan, Saveur, 23 Jan. 2025
Add the chicken to the pan and sprinkle with garam masala.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Jan. 2025
Boneless, skinless chicken thighs are marinated in ginger, garlic, red chile powder, cumin and garam masala, with yogurt to both tenderize and tangify.
—Mia Leimkuhler, New York Times, 4 Jan. 2025
Add the cumin, coriander, turmeric, paprika, garam masala, and cayenne (if using).
—Fox News Staff, Fox News, 26 Dec. 2024
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“Garam masala.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/garam%20masala. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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