The Only 7 Spices You Need for Cooking Indian Cuisine
When I went to college, my mom told me I only needed these 7 spices to flavor our vegetarian favorites
I’m Indian. Trust me when I say you need to have these spices in your pantry if you want to cook delicious Indian cuisine. I was raised in a vegetarian household and grew up eating the most delicious food my mum made for us and never once felt the lack of meat in my diet. I make Indian food quite often but even more so when I want something quick (contrary to popular belief, I know) cheap and flavourful.
There are, of course, many different kinds of Indian food that rely on a variety of complex spice blends for unique flavors. But if you’re starting out with easy Indian recipes, you only need these seven spices to make them great.
I have always loved cooking, but before I moved to university, my mom was adamant I learn all of our favorite, easy recipes. I always thought the way she cooked was so complex and intricate. I was wrong. She told me all you need are these seven spices and salt.
