Essentials!

So, you've decided to make a curry from scratch...

While you'll probably find that one shelf of your cupboard will end up riddled with bags of spices you'll only use once (tamarind anyone?) here is a comprehensive list of things you'll find yourself wanting (and craving) in multiple masalas:

. Coriander (seeds and fresh) - Both in and atop curry, its zesty flavour really freshens up a rich sauce

. Garam masala - A mixture of spices that brings everything together, usually sprinkled towards the end of cooking

. Turmeric - Part of the ginger family, a yellow seasoning that gives you that wonderful bright colour

. Cumin seeds - Nutty and peppery, you usually roast or fry the seeds before adding any meat)

. Ground cardamom - Sweet and nutty, buy the ground version to save yourself the time and energy of bashing up the husks in a pestle and mortar

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