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COMMONLY USED SPICES IN INDIAN COOKING

(Hindi words within parenthesis)

  • Aniseed (Saunf)
  • Asafetida (Heeng)
  • Capsicums, Cayenne Pepper and Chilies (Mirch)
  • Cardamoms (Elaichi)
  • Cinnamon (Dalchini)
  • Cloves (Laung)
  • Coriander (Dhania)
  • Cumin (Jeera)
  • Fenugreek (Methi)
  • Ginger (Adrak)
  • Mustard (Sarson or Rai)
  • Nutmeg or Mace (Jaiphal or Javitri)
  • Pepper ((Kali Mirch)
  • Saffron (Kesar)
  • Turmeric (Haldi)

Other Basic Ingredients:

  • Coconut and Coconut Milk
  • Green Chili Peppers
  • Fresh Coriander Leaves
  • Cooking Oil or Margarine
  • Lentil and Rice Flours
  • Papads

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