Garam Masala is a salt-free, MSG-free blend that is also known as bulk garam masala, spices masala and garam masala bulk.

This blend has its roots in the colder, mountainous region of northern India. It is not spicy-hot but rather, has spices that evoke feelings of warmth.

Garam Masala is popular with Indian and American restaurants; brewpubs; independent spice shops; seasoning companies; catering companies; olive oil shops; and subscription box manufacturers.

Flavor Profile

Garam Masala has a warm, nutty flavor with undertones of pepper and citrus.

How To Use

Garam Masala has enough muscle to withstand a longer cooking time, so add early when you’re making Spicy Beef with Spinach Curry or Butter Chicken. Enjoy it right away and make a Quick and Easy Vegetable Curry. Letting the flavors bloom in ghee or oil gives them leverage to move through the entire stew and unify the individual flavors of recipes like Rajma or Punjabi Chicken. For a twist on an American classic, mix it into some ground turkey and grill up Spicy Garam Masala Turkey Burgers.

Because of its warming aesthetics this is a beautiful spice to use if you want to update American comfort food, so toss with butternut squash to roast and mix into mac & cheese, or slow cook with apples for decadent apple butter. An additional sprinkle across the top of a dish at the end of cooking will make the flavors pop. Use over meats like pork tenderloin or roast turkey. Add a spark to vegetable dishes like potatoes au gratin, roasted carrots or parsnips, or riced cauliflower.