Some Essential Spices for Indian Cooking

What are some of the spices used in India cooking?

Dry spices for savoury dishes

• Turmeric powder
• Cumin seeds
• Mustard seeds
• Red Chili Powder. …
• Coriander seeds
• Asafoetida (small chunks or in powdered form)
• Bay leaves

Fresh spices for savoury dishes

• Coriander leaves
• Curry leaves
• Ginger
• Garlic

For sweet dishes

• Cardamom
• Nutmeg
• Saffron (also used in some savoury dishes)