How to Choose Indian Food

If you are looking for a real adventure allow yourself the pleasure of eating Indian Food. Many of us are afraid and fearful to try this exotic flavorful and colorful food because we feel it may be too spicy. Keep in mind that all Indian food is not spicy and most restaurants will prepare the food to your liking, controlling the heat. Don't deprive yourself this wonderful cuisine. Keep in mind it was this rich spices that made our ancestors leave the comfort of home in search of them for their rich taste and fragrances. Indian food varies by regions and the reason the people of any particular region may eat them is because of their healing qualities. In this article I would like to highlight some facts about Indian food.

First, Indian food is all about the spices, salt being very popular, jeera (Cumin) for fragrance to food. Haldi (tumeric)for color and laal mirch (red chili) to spice up the food. Amchur(dry mango powder) adds piquancy and a dash of heeng (asafetida) adds a unique taste and helps with digestion. Indians love to use coriander as a garnish that a quite lovely fragrance.

Second, since many Indians are vegetarians vegetables are used in many dishes and many times are the key ingredient in the meal. If you want to taste vegetables i ways you have never tasted before visit an Indian Restaurant.

Third, Fruits are considered to be energy giving therefore are quite popular in the Indian diet. Many fruits are dried and used extensively in the Indian diet. Berries are also quite popular in Indian foods. Seeds can be seen as a staple when preparing Indian food. These seeds add a very different taste to the various dishes.

Lastly, Saunf (fennel) is added to desserts and some vegetarian dishes to act as a flavoring agent. Methidana (fenugreek seeds) adds a touch of bitterness. Kalonjii (onion seeds) is used in foods considered to be heavier in seasoning or is used in pickling. Raee (mustard seeds) adds sourness to food, while Khus-Khus (poppy seeds) adds to the flavor of meat. Saffron which is India's most expensive and cherished spice adds color as well as fragrance. Don't be scared to let yourself try a great Indian meal.

Get Free: Indian Food Advice
How to: Find World Foods

Bryan Burbank is an expert in the field of Dinning and World Foods

Recommend : le creuset enameled cast iron 9 quart round french