Spice Guide

Short, practical guides on turmeric, chilli and everyday spices.

• How to check turmeric purity at home
  Simple home checks for colour, smell and texture when buying haldi, and why they only give a hint, not proof.
• Guntur vs Kashmiri red chilli: which to use
  Guntur chilli is known for heat and Kashmiri chilli for colour. Here is when to use each in Indian cooking.
• How to store spices so they stay fresh
  Keep spices fresh longer: cool, dry and dark, in airtight containers, with a few simple habits.
• Spices name in Hindi and English (मसालों के नाम)
  Common spices and masalas with Hindi and English names.