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Indian food is full of flavors with a variety of spices. One of the most common spices is garam masala, a spice blend that boosts any dish. Garam masala is a spice mix made by grinding a variety of Indian whole spices including cumin seeds, coriander seeds, cinnamon, cardamom, bay leaf, cloves, black peppercorns, and nutmeg.

Whether you use store-bought garam masala powder or use homemade one, you can make a lot of Indian dishes and add a tantalizing and distinctly spicy taste and make it aromatic.

Garam masala can be used for a lot of appetizers, curries, and lentil dishes. It is added while cooking the dish as well as later to adjust the taste to your liking. It is always best to add garam masala in a limited quantity as per the recipe, too much garam masala can add a lot of heat to the food and may not be well tolerated by some people.

This is an awesome list of Indian vegetarian recipes using garam masala. Hope you will enjoy them.

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Whole Cauliflower In Air Fryer

Whole cauliflower roasted in air fryer is a perfect appetizer for special occasions, parties, potlucks, game days, and Thanksgiving. Whole head of cauliflower is first steamed in the instant pot and then coated with a marinade of yogurt and Indian spices before air frying it. Check out how to roast whole cauliflower in the air fryer.

Air fryer whole cauliflower

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Air Fried Eggplant Slices (Begun Bhaja)

Baingan bhaja or begun bhaja is a savory Indian roasted aubergine dish made with sliced eggplants and spices. Check out this vegan, gluten-free, low-carb, air-fried sliced eggplant recipe with no breadcrumbs.

Air fryer eggplant slices

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Kala Chana Chaat

Kala chana chaat or black chana chaat is a popular Indian street food. It is savory, spicy, and tangy in taste. Kala chana is cooked in an instant pot to make this vegan and gluten-free chaat. It serves as a starter or appetizer for parties and potlucks. Check out how to make kala chana chaat at home with step-by-step details.

Kala chana chaat

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Stuffed Okra (Bharwa Bhindi) - Air Fryer

Stuffed okra or bharwa bhindi is an Indian vegan and gluten-free dish made with fresh okra and Indian spices. It is served as a side dish with Indian meals. Check out how to make stuffed okra recipe in the air fryer.

Bharwa bhindi

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Instant Pot Rajma

Rajma masala is a vegan and gluten-free Indian curry made with kidney beans, tomato onion gravy and spices. It is popularly served with rice as rajma chawal. Check out how to make rajma in Instant Pot and how to store it for meal planning.

Instant Pot rajma masala

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Hara Bhara Kabab - Air Fryer

Hara bhara kebab is a popular Indian snack or appetizer made with potatoes, spinach, peas, and spices. Check out how to make vegan hara bhara kebab in air fryer with step by step details.

Hara bhara kebab recipe

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Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers

These Indian-style roasted air fryer stuffed peppers are vegetarian, gluten-free, delicious, easy to make, and have a fabulous aroma and flavor. They are made with no rice and are great as a side dish or an appetizer. Check out how to make stuffed bell peppers in an air fryer.

Air fryer stuffed peppers

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Veg Cutlets In Air Fryer

Veg cutlets are a popular tea-time snack and easy to make at home with few basic ingredients. Check out how to make Indian-style veg cutlets in an air fryer with step-by-step details.

Veg cutlets recipe

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Paneer Paratha

Paneer paratha is an Indian flatbread stuffed with a mixture made of paneer and spices. Learn the tips to make paneer paratha easily. Paneer paratha is served with sides like yogurt condiments, yogurt, pickles, chutneys, and tomato ketchup.

Paneer paratha

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Matar Paneer (Instant Pot and Stovetop)

Matar paneer is a gluten-free, kid-friendly Indian curry made with peas and paneer. If you are looking for easy 30-minute meal ideas then matar paneer is one of the simple paneer recipes for lunch or dinner. Check out how to make matar paneer in an Instant Pot or on the stovetop.

Matar paneer recipe

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Air Fryer Cauliflower Bites (Indian)

These air fryer Indian cauliflower bites are perfect as a side dish or an appetizer. They are marinated with spices and cooked to perfection. Check out how to make these vegan and gluten-free cauliflower bites in air fryer.

Indian cauliflower bites

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Paneer Butter Masala (Instant Pot and Stovetop)

Paneer butter masala is a popular vegetarian Indian paneer recipe. It is gluten-free and can be made vegan. It is perfect to serve with Indian bread like naan and roti. Check out this quick recipe to make paneer butter masala recipe in the Instant Pot or stovetop.

Paneer butter masala

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Instant Pot Chana Dal Without Soaking

Chana dal fry is an Indian lentil curry made with split chickpeas and cooked with tomato onion gravy and spices. Check out how to make this easy chana dal recipe in instant pot without soaking.

Chana dal recipe

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Masoor Dal Instant Pot

Masoor dal is a vegan and gluten-free Indian red lentil curry. It is served with rice and Indian bread like roti. It is perfect for weekday meals and for meal planning. Check out how to make masoor dal in the Instant Pot.

Instant Pot masoor dal

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Aloo Methi - Instant Pot and Stovetop

Aloo methi is a vegan and gluten-free Indian dish made with sauteed potatoes, fenugreek leaves, and spices. It is usually served with Indian bread and any leftovers can be used to make stuffed flatbread or paratha. It can be made on the stovetop or a pressure cooker like instant pot.

Aloo methi recipe

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Whole Masoor Dal in Instant Pot

Brown lentil curry or whole masoor dal is an Indian vegan and gluten-free dish. It is easy to make, nutritious, and high in protein and fiber. Check out how to make whole masoor dal in an instant pot.

Whole masoor dal recipe

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Mushroom Masala (Instant Pot & Stovetop)

Mushroom masala is a vegan and gluten-free Indian curry. It goes well with Indian bread or rice. Check out how to make this quick and easy mushroom masala recipe in the Instant Pot and the stovetop.

Mushroom masala recipe

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Palak Paneer | Instant Pot and Stovetop

Palak paneer or spinach paneer is an Indian gluten-free curry made with spinach, Indian cottage cheese, and spices. This is an easy restaurant-style recipe to make palak paneer in Instant Pot or stovetop. It is kid friendly and can be made vegan by substituting paneer with tofu.

Palak paneer recipe

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Methi Malai Matar Paneer

Methi malai matar paneer is a popular Indian curry made with fresh fenugreek leaves or kasuri methi, green peas, and paneer simmered in a cashew-based onion tomato gravy. It is served with rice or Indian bread. It is gluten-free and can be made vegan. Check out how to make methi malai matar paneer in the instant pot or on the stovetop.

Methi malai matar paneer

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Instant Pot Kala Chana

Kala chana is a famous Indian vegan and gluten free curry. Check out how to make Instant Pot kala chana with this easy recipe by soaking and without soaking.

Instant Pot kala chana

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Instant Pot Mung Beans

Mung beans curry is a vegan and gluten-free Indian dish made with whole mung beans. It is best served with Indian bread or rice. Check out how to make mung beans in an instant pot without soaking them.

Mung beans recipe

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Dal Palak In Instant Pot (Spinach Dal)

Dal palak or spinach dal is a nutritious Indian lentil dish. It is vegan, gluten-free, and a kid-friendly dish served with Indian bread or rice. Check out how to make spinach dal in the Instant Pot using moong dal.

Instant Pot dal palak

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Ragda Samosa

Ragda samosa is a popular Indian chaat or a street side food. It is served as a side dish, appetizer, or meal. Check out how to make a vegan samosa chaat recipe at home.

Samosa chaat

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Indian Black Eyed Peas

Indian black-eyed peas curry also known as lobia masala can be made in an electric pressure cooker like Instant Pot without soaking the peas. It is vegan, gluten-free, and very easy to make. It is served with Indian bread and rice.

Indian black eyed peas

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Green Moong Dal In Instant Pot

Green moong dal curry or split green lentil curry is a vegan and gluten-free Indian dish. It is served with rice or Indian bread. Check out how to make green moong dal without soaking in the Instant Pot.

Green moong dal

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Instant Pot Pav Bhaji - Indian Street Food

Pav bhaji is popular Indian street food, especially in Mumbai. It is a mashed-up mixed vegetable gravy cooked with spices and served with toasted dinner rolls. Check out how to make authentic Mumbai pav bhaji in the Instant Pot or an electric pressure cooker.

Instant Pot pav bhaji

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Dum Aloo In Instant Pot - Indian Potato Recipe

Instant pot dum aloo is a quick and easy Indian potato recipe to make at home. It is gluten-free and can be made vegan. It is best served with Indian bread and basmati rice. Check out how to make dum aloo in an instant pot with step-by-step instructions.

Instant Pot dum aloo

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Aloo Matar (Instant Pot & Stovetop)

Aloo matar is an Indian vegan and gluten-free curry made with potatoes, peas, and tomato-based gravy. Check out this quick and easy recipe to make aloo matar in an electric pressure cooker like Instant Pot and the stovetop.

Aloo matar recipe

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Instant Pot Dal Makhani

Dal makhani is a nutritious Indian lentil curry also known as Madras lentils. It is a vegan, gluten-free, and one-pot meal that is served with Indian bread or basmati rice. Check out this Instant Pot dal makhani recipe.

Dal makhani recipe

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Malai Kofta | Air Fryer

Malai kofta is a popular Indian curry and is usually served with naan. It is made of paneer dumplings served in a creamy cashew sauce. It is mild in spiciness and slightly sweet in taste. Check out how to make malai kofta balls in an air fryer and the cashew curry in the instant pot.

Malai kofta recipe

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Instant Pot Chana Masala

Chana masala also known as chole is an Indian vegan and gluten-free chickpeas curry cooked in onion tomato gravy and spices. It is served with bhatura, deep-fried puffy bread, and the dish is known as chole bhature. Check out this Instant Pot chana masala recipe by soaking and without soaking the chickpeas.

Instant Pot chana masala

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Baingan Bharta - Air Fryer and Oven

Baingan bharta is a popular Indian aubergine dish made with roasted mashed eggplants and spices. It is vegan and gluten-free. It is served with Indian meals. Check out how to make baingan bharta using an air fryer or an oven.

Baingan bharta

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What do you use garam masala for in cooking? ›

Garam masala is an iconic Indian spice blend that is used in a wide variety of dishes including curries, stews, soups, dals, and marinades. We love this spice because it lends a warm, sometimes sweet earthiness to recipes like this Hyderabadi Lamb Biryani and Tandoori Pomfret.

Can you add garam masala at the end of cooking? ›

It can be added at the start of cooking, but it's more usual to add it at the end or to sprinkle it over food just before it's served, a little like salt and pepper.

How to make garam masala formula? ›

Ingredients
  1. 6 to 8 green cardamom pods, green husks removed and discarded.
  2. 2 tablespoons (20g) whole coriander seed.
  3. 1 tablespoon (10g) whole cumin seed.
  4. 1 tablespoon (12g) whole black peppercorns.
  5. 1 teaspoon (4g) whole cloves.
  6. 1 teaspoon (4g) fennel seed.
  7. 1 (3-inch) stick of cinnamon (6g)
  8. 1 star anise pod (1g)

What is garam masala called in English? ›

Garam masala (from Hindustani گرم مصالحہ/गरम मसाला garam masālā, "hot spices") is a blend of ground spices originating from the Indian subcontinent. It is common in Indian, Pakistani, Nepalese, Bangladeshi, Sri Lankan and Caribbean cuisines.

Can you sprinkle garam masala in food? ›

Sprinkle garam masala into your soup.

Add as much as you want. This adds a real kick to homemade soups. Make your favorite soup and sprinkle in the garam masala in for a unique flavor. You could also apply garam masala dry rub to any meats you use in your soup.

How much garam masala should I use? ›

Garam Masala is great taste enhancer. But it is very GARAM (hot) for our body if taken excessively. Too much garam masala gives a slight bitter flavour, Also a lot of people do not like very strong flavours. That would be about 1/2–1 level teaspoon, depending on the dish.

Why not to cook garam masala? ›

Heating on high will only burn your spice, and you will be left with the burnt smelling masala. Add the garam masala in the end when it comes to putting your spice mix in your food preparation. You can, of course, experiment with the recipe and try adding it at other stages.

Do you add masala before or after tomatoes? ›

Typically, when making an Indian curry, I heat oil, add whole spices, then add and cook onions, add and cook ginger + garlic, add dry spices + tomatoes, and cook the meat in the sauce.

Do you need to fry garam masala? ›

For the best application of garam masala, it needs to be cooked (i.e., this is not the spice blend to sprinkle raw over cucumbers or dips). Begin by sautéing it with your aromatics at the start of cooking, add it midway to perfume the entire stew or braise, or do both.

How long does homemade garam masala last? ›

8: Store in an air-tight container in a cool dry place. It keeps well for about 6 months. You can add this spice blend to your everyday curries, lentils, veggies and rice dishes. About ¼ to ½ teaspoon of this punjabi garam masala for 4 servings is enough to flavor up your curries and dals.

What flavor does garam masala add? ›

What Does Garam Masala Taste Like? Garam masala is a complex medley of spices including sweet cinnamon, spicy heat from peppercorns, tanginess from coriander, earthy cumin, and fragrant cardamom. There is no single garam masala recipe, rather the ingredients change according to region and cook.

What is the star in garam masala? ›

Star anise is widely used in Indian cuisine where it is a major component of garam masala spice mix. It is used in biryani and masala chai all over the Indian subcontinent. Star anise enhances the flavour of meat. Apart from its use in sweetmeats and confectionery, it combines especially well with meat and poultry.

What spice is closest to turmeric? ›

Saffron: With its golden color and delicate floral flavor, saffron can serve as a luxurious substitute for turmeric in certain recipes. Use a small pinch of saffron threads in rice dishes, soups, and sauces for a similar color and subtle flavor enhancement.

Why do Indians use garam masala? ›

Garam masala adds warmth, sweetness, floral notes, and a touch of heat from the black pepper. It is intended to be a fragrant spice as well as flavorful.

What is the closest thing to garam masala? ›

Allspice and Cumin Powder

For a fast and simple garam masala substitute, mix 1 part ground cumin with ¼ part ground allspice. Simply combine: 2 teaspoons cumin powder. ½ teaspoon allspice powder.

What is garam masala best used for? ›

Garam masala is used with many meat and fish dishes. You will also find it in vegetarian and vegan dishes and soups based on legumes and vegetables.

Should I use garam masala or curry? ›

Cooking with Curry Powder: Curry Powder enters the early stages of cooking, infusing dishes with its mild and comforting notes. In contrast, Garam Masala steps onto the scene towards the end, adding not just flavor but an aromatic crescendo that tantalizes the senses.

What is the benefit of garam masala? ›

Many Garam Masala constituents, including pepper, cinnamon, and cumin, have antioxidant characteristics that make them ideal for boosting resistance to common illnesses like cough and cold during the winter. Due to its high antioxidant content, this spice mixture reduces your risk of having a heart attack or stroke.

What's the difference between curry masala and garam masala? ›

There is some overlap, but curry powder is generally a blend of aromatic, earthy, and sometimes hot spices such as turmeric, cumin, coriander, and fenugreek, while garam masala is a blend of warm, sometimes slightly sweet spices such as cloves, cardamom, peppercorns, coriander, cumin, and cinnamon.

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