My Spicebox

Every Indian household has a spicebox. It can be small, medium or large and is filled with various spices used in daily cooking. Some households have two boxes; one for the basic spices and another for additional, less frequently used ones.

Some kitchens may have square spiceboxes or just a spice rack, depending on personal preferences.

I was introduced to the spices at a young age of 11 and although my spicebox has evolved over time, it has the following basics:

• Turmeric powder
• Red chilli powder
• Coriander and Cumin powder
• Mustard seeds
• Cumin seeds
• Cinnamon and Cloves
• Dried red chillies

* I keep pink Himalayan salt in a separate container

The bottom four spices are used in their whole form, for tempering. (These are used in a particular way which I will cover in other posts)