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Ingredients
- Garam Masala
- 2 T. coriander seeds
- 1 T. cumin seeds
- 1/4 t. cardamom seeds (about 10 pods)
- 2 t. brown mustard seeds
- 2 t. fenugreek seeds
- 2 t. black peppercorns
- 1 rounded t. whole cloves
- 1 (3-inch) cinnamon stick, broken in half
- Those mustard seeds will really pop everywhere. Do cover but be careful not to burn.
- Let cool and then grind to a powder in a spice grinder.
- Garam Masala Rubbed Flank Steak
- 1 1/2 T. Garam Masala
- 1 1/2 t. kosher salt
- 1 t. freshly ground black pepper
- 1 1/2 pound flank steak
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 720g | |
| Calories 1161 | |
| Calories from Fat 479 | 41% |
| Total Fat 53.39g | 67% |
| Saturated Fat 20.82g | 83% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 238mg | 79% |
| Sodium 3874mg | 161% |
| Potassium 2580mg | 74% |
| Total Carbs 16.77g | 4% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.8g | 26% |
| Sugars 0.86g | 1% |
| Protein 149.74g | 240% |
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