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Garam Masala
Garam masala is a South Asian spice blend typically made from warming spices such as cumin, coriander, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, black pepper, and nutmeg. It is used to add aroma and depth of flavor rather than significant bulk nutrition.
Beneficial properties
antioxidant compounds
flavor-enhancing
aromatic spice blend
low calorie in typical amounts
Nutritional highlights
In small amounts, garam masala can provide trace amounts of manganese, iron, calcium, and phytonutrients from its component spices.