Recipes With Garam Masala

Got garam masala on hand? Here are 29 recipes you can make with it, ranked by how few extra ingredients they need — the simplest matches come first.

Pairs well with

Onion Cilantro Jeera Tomato Turmeric Garlic Ginger Root Chicken

Storing & using Garam Masala

Fresh herbs keep longest wrapped loosely and refrigerated; dried herbs and spices last longest in a cool, dark cupboard, away from the stove. Out of Garam Masala? curry powder is a common swap (1:1).

Garam Masala recipe FAQs

What can I make with just garam masala?

Start with the simplest recipes above — most lean on onion or a few everyday staples alongside it.

What goes well with garam masala?

Onion, Cilantro, Jeera, Tomato, Turmeric are the most common pairings in our recipes.

How do I find recipes for garam masala plus what else I have?

Use Cook with what you have (/pantry/) — add garam masala plus anything else in your kitchen, and recipes rank by how many you already own.