HERE IS A GLOSSARY OF TERMS USED IN INDIAN COOKING
Condiments and SpicesEnglish Hindi
Asafoetida Hing
Cardamon Elaychi
Chilli Mirch
Cloves Lavang
Coriander Dhania
Cumin Zira
Fenugreek Methi
Garlic Lessan
Ginger Adrak
Mace Javithri
Nutmeg Jaipal
Oregano Ajwain
Tamarind Imli
Turmeric Haldi
Cereals and grains
Millet Bajra
Barley Jay
Buckwheat Kootu
Maize Makkai
Rice - raw arwa chawal
Rice - parboiled usna charwal
Semolina Sooji
Wheat Gehun
Wheat flour Atta
Wheat flour refined Maida
I have included this because if you are like me I buy where I get the best prices, quality and range.
This sometimes entails going to an indian market and they cannot or wont tell you what the english name is.
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