A Taste of India Spice Set

Essential Spice Collection

Discover the vibrant flavours of India with this essential collection of aromatic spices that form the foundation of authentic Indian cuisine, from bustling street food stalls to royal Mughlai feasts & contemporary home kitchens.

Turmeric

The golden heart of Indian cooking, turmeric provides earthy warmth and vibrant color to curries, rice dishes, and dal. Its anti-inflammatory properties make it both a spice and a wellness staple.

Cumin

The backbone of Indian spice blends, with its warm, nutty, slightly bitter flavour. As a base note, cumin is indispensable in dal, biryanis and sauces, adding earthy complexity to every dish.

Nigella Seeds

Also known as kalonji, these tiny black seeds offer a complex flavor, slightly bitter with notes of onion and oregano. Essential for naan bread, pickles, and Bengali 5 spice blends (panch phoron).

Ginger

This warming spice provides pungent heat and aromatic freshness to curries, masala chai, and spice blends. Fundamental in garam masala and pairs beautifully with garlic in marinades & sauces.

Fenugreek

A distinctive maple-like flavour when toasted, with a subtle bitterness that's essential in curry powders & spice blends. Adds depth to vegetable dishes, chutneys, and is a key flavor in butter chicken and vindaloo.

Coriander

This citrusy, slightly sweet spice is essential in curry powders and masalas. It balances heat and adds depth to everything from tandoori marinades to vegetable curries. Enhances the flavors of legumes and rice dishes.

Cumin, turmeric, coriander, and fenugreek are all key ingredients in curries, and ginger and nigella are excellent additions to most curry recipes. Add these spices to your sauteing onions, and then add your favourite protein for a deeply flavourful dish.