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Signature Blend · King of Spices

Our signature garam masala.

Kebabiya's signature garam masala blend with whole spices in brass bowls
The blend

Ten whole spices

Character

Warm, floral, deep

When to add

Near the end of cooking

The story of the blend

What garam masala really means.

The word literally means hot spice, and it enhances the taste of food. Garam masala is a blend of more than one spice, each with a specific and unique aroma. It plays an important role in marinations of kebabs and in gravies.

There are many versions of garam masala. Ours is specifically made for kebabs and is a combination of flavourful spices like mace, nutmeg, cinnamon, green cardamom and rose petals with deeper and more robust spices of coriander seed, cumin, pepper, cloves and black cardamom.

Traditionally used in kebab marinades and rich gravies, this versatile spice blend can also be added to biryanis, curries and marinades. A little goes a long way, bringing warmth, depth and irresistible aroma to every dish.

The ten spices

Inside our blend.

The fragrant heart
  • MaceDelicate, warm and floral
  • NutmegSweet, nutty depth
  • CinnamonWarming sweetness
  • Green cardamomFragrant and bright
  • Rose petalsA soft floral finish
The deeper notes
  • Coriander seedCitrus and body
  • CuminEarthy warmth
  • PepperSharp, clean heat
  • ClovesIntense, sweet-spiced
  • Black cardamomSmoky and robust
How we use it

Where the blend belongs.

01

Kebab marinades

Its original purpose. Work it into the marination for kebabs with real depth.

02

Rich gravies

Stir it through slow-cooked gravies for a rounded, aromatic finish.

03

Biryanis and curries

Add a pinch at the layering stage or near the end of cooking a curry.

04

Near the end

Long cooking can flatten its delicate roasted-spice aroma. Add it late.

Come, discover our signature Garam Masala and make your favourite dishes even more flavourful.