From Longman Dictionary of Contemporary Englishgaram masalaga‧ram ma‧sa‧la /ˌɡɑːrəm məˈsɑːlə, -mɑː-/ noun [uncountable] DFa mixture of spices which gives a hot taste to food, used especially in Indian cooking
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garam masala• Add the salt and garam masala and continue cooking over a low heat for 5-7 minutes.• Add the chilli powder, coriander, cumin, garam masala and turmeric, stirring all the time.• Cook the rice with the garam masala, using cooking liquid and extra water as required. 