Basic Spices

A souring agent known as Naubahar amchoor or amchur (dry green mango powder) has a delicious flavour. It does not add moisture to meals, unlike fruit juice. It is often used as a marinade, chutney or soup ingredient in North Indian cuisine. And thickening is another usage for it.

In India, practically every single preparation of vegetables includes ground coriander, a common herb used in cooking. Curry recipes benefit from its sweet and mellow flavour, and they can also be used to thicken sauces and gravies.