Note: Garam masala is an Indian spice blend that generally consists of cinnamon, peppercorns, cardamom, mustard seeds, coriander seeds, cloves, mace, and nutmeg. The Chinese 5 spice blend consists of star anise, fennel, Szechuan or other peppercorns, cloves, and cinnamon. You can usually buy both in larger grocery or specialty stores.