garam masala

noun

ga·​ram ma·​sa·​la gä-ˈräm-mə-ˈsä-lə How to pronounce garam masala (audio)
: a pungent and aromatic mixture of ground spices used in Indian cooking

Examples of garam masala in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Lower levels found in other brands Consumer Reports gathered about three samples each of 36 different spice products that included cinnamon, garam masala and multiple spice mixes. Sandee Lamotte, CNN, 12 Sep. 2024 This version of succotash features a touch of garam masala to warm and meld the varied produce. Scott Hocker, theweek, 10 Sep. 2024 Here, one gets hooked on Chilean sea bass with coconut sauce, or on the goat garam masala, curried with spices and yogurt. Allana Haynes, Baltimore Sun, 27 June 2024 Some other fun options include a Cajun or Creole seasoning blend, garam masala and ras el hanout. Aaron Hutcherson, Washington Post, 16 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for garam masala 

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Word History

Etymology

Hindi & Urdu garam masālā, literally, hot spices

First Known Use

1954, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of garam masala was in 1954

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Cite this Entry

“Garam masala.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/garam%20masala. Accessed 5 Oct. 2024.

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