Garam masala ingredients vary according to region and chef.

It’s considered a premium ingredient that can be found on mostly fine-dining menus and at ethnic independents.

A traditional Indian/British dish, this chicken tikka masala is served with naan and fresh cilantro.

And the menu at Chauhan Ale & Masala House in Nashville, Tenn., includes Malabari Seafood Cioppino, made from a seafood mix, coconut garam masala broth and freshly steamed basmati rice.