A central aspect of Indian cooking is the use of spices, dals (lentils), and grains, many of which are not commonly used in other cuisines. For many people, learning about the different ingredients and how to use them together is one of the most intimidating aspects of cooking Indian cuisine.
However, the truth is that learning about the ingredients in Indian cuisine and how they are used is just simply not that complicated. Once you familiarize yourself with a set of basic ingredients, you can make a wide variety of Indian dishes.
This section will introduce you to common ingredients used in Indian cuisine, which can be divided into four major categories:
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