Garam Masala is the quintessential masala or spice that is integral to most Indian dishes. Garam Masala literally means "Hot" (garam) "Spice" (masala) and it not a spice but a blend of spices. This blend of spices is used sparingly toward the end of cooking a dish or is fried in the beginning of cooking a dish. The mix imparts subtle flavor (gentle) but can be overpowering if used in large quantities.
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