THE SPICE OF LIFE

Land of Spices

There is little doubt that authentic Indian cuisine has its own distinctive flavor and this is why India is famous as the 'home of spices' since it produces so many kinds of spices. As an integral part of Indian culture, spices are a household staple and every region has a unique masala recipe as passed on as family legacies and heirlooms. Indian families also have a tradition of preparing and stocking spices for the winter months.

Much as we try to replicate these amazing flavors at home, we are more often than not disappointed with the results as each masala has a unique combination and these recipes have been passed on from generations. The true essence of Indian cuisine and cooking comes from its depth of flavour and attention to detail. No Indian meal is complete without spices and the spice culture of India dates back several centuries. And yet, you will agree that we can’t rely on a “one mix” curry powder as each spice mix is unique.

Times are Changing

This laborious process which is spread over months of purchasing, drying and grinding spices was an annual ritual in most households where traditionally the women of the family worked as a team to make a series of ready to cook masala mixes. The changing nature of the world today, and the influx of women in the job market, makes it difficult to keep these ancient rituals alive. Not just that, we now have a taste for regional cuisines that hail from different parts of India which vary in flavor, cooking methods, and ingredients due to the different climates and regions of the country.

In the changing times that we live in, we don’t want to compromise on the taste and flavours of childhood which hark back to our family traditions and yet we don’t have time to make them at home. This is where readymade masalas come to the rescue and aid working couples and large families in alleviating their burden and helping them to make delicious food in a manageable way. Fret no more as these masalas make it easy to replicate restaurant style dishes which are made using family recipes and authentic mixes to make for a delicious repast.

Exotic Indian Spices 

The staggering range of North Indian Cuisine popularly known as Mughlai has an array of flavorful dishes ranging from Biryani, Kebabs, Tandoori, and more.  Non vegetarian cuisine in India also includes fish, chicken, mutton, and other meats and vegetables - all of which require a rich mixture of exotic seasonings for marination.