Powder Spices

Coriander powder, also known as Dhaniya Powder or Ground Coriander is an essential spice in every Indian Kitchen. This Homemade Coriander powder recipe is easy to make, fresh, and more economical than the store-bought one. When growing up I have always seen my mom making a fresh batch of homemade spice powders at home like coriander powder, cumin powder, garam masala, sambar powder, and chutney powders. You can also buy coriander powder at stores, but homemade ones definitely bring fresh and aromatic flavor into the dishes, with no additives, and are also economical.

Red chili powder or lal mirch in Hindi is an Indian spice made from ground dried chili peppers. In Indian cuisine, it is used as a condiment, rubs for meat (tandoori chicken) or in seasoning foods. The chile peppers used to make Indian red chili powder are typically small and incredibly spicy. As a result, the spice packs a major punch when it comes to taste. Red chili powder is most commonly used in Indian food and Asian cuisines, but it can also be used to add heat to dishes from other culinary traditions.