Garam masala from the Hindi: garam (“hot”) and masala (spices) is a blend of ground spices common in North Indian and other South Asian cuisines.  You can buy a spice mixture called Garam Masala, or create your own using these seasonings:

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/4 teaspoon cracked dried bay leaves
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves

Also pictured is coriander seed, and allspice.

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