How to Choose Indian Spices?

Indian spices are very different and add the perfect touch of spicy and aromatic flavours to food. Mostly they are available in fresh and dried form and are easily available which makes them unique. So while making Indian food it is very important to understand the measurements and how to fix the spicy, sour or pungent flavours. Indian food is usually a composition of proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals unlike any other cuisine. Indian spices are the real charmers which add value to the otherwise bland food and make it delicious in taste. Most of the seasonings used in the Indian cuisine are dwelled from a primitive cooking culture or are used as a peculiar herb or seasoning is grown in abundance in a region. Other major reason for adding seasonings to food is to attain their health benefits.

What makes them unique?

The vibrant flavour and the fresh aromas make Indian food a relish. However the best way to enjoy the essence of Indian food is by savouring the traditional flavours by cooking food in traditional home style with handful on essential seasonings like ginger, garlic, clovers, cumin etc.

`National and Global Trading 

India is a major producer of Indian seasonings as well as the largest global distributor. As spices are grown abundantly, they are traded around the world with their soaring demand. As there is great demand for dealers in Indian spices and as the trade is flourishing drastically many have also adopted this as a family business. Apart from manufacturing spices, packaging of spices is also a subordinate business. In the packaging trade spices are roasted or sun dried then packaged in the powdered form in air tight containers. Some of the most popular seasonings which are exported in enormous amounts include varieties of whole and powdered peppers, cumin, poppy seeds, fenugreek, saffron, cloves, nutmeg, turmeric etc. It is very difficult to recommend the best Indian seasoning as every variety is different, so while choosing the perfect seasonings for Indian cuisines always try the blend of seasonings which are available for all the famous recipes, that’s the best option to cherish the blend of taste and aroma.