garam masala

noun

ga·​ram ma·​sa·​la gä-ˈräm-mə-ˈsä-lə How to pronounce garam masala (audio)
: a pungent and aromatic mixture of ground spices used in Indian cooking

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Add the chicken to the pan and sprinkle with garam masala. Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Jan. 2025 Boneless, skinless chicken thighs are marinated in ginger, garlic, red chile powder, cumin and garam masala, with yogurt to both tenderize and tangify. Mia Leimkuhler, New York Times, 4 Jan. 2025 Add the cumin, coriander, turmeric, paprika, garam masala, and cayenne (if using). Fox News Staff, Fox News, 26 Dec. 2024 Remove, stir-in cream, bring to a boil, sprinkle garam masala, kasoori methi, and lime juice, stir and then adjust the seasoning. Shivani Vora, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for garam masala 

Word History

Etymology

Hindi & Urdu garam masālā, literally, hot spices

First Known Use

1954, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of garam masala was in 1954

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“Garam masala.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/garam%20masala. Accessed 19 Jan. 2025.

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