Spices

Please do not be afraid of the lengthy ingredient lists. This is due to the number of spices used. This doesn’t mean that the dish is more difficult to make. If you can’t find all the spices at your local grocery store, you’ll find them at an Indian grocer or online. My favorite online companies are Diaspora Co., Burlap and Barrel, and Spicewalla. I haven’t compromised on ingredients for the sake of simplicity, because these spices are needed for the depth of flavor that they provide. Not only are spices absolutely delicious, but they are also extremely good for you. For example, curcumin, the compound in turmeric, has been shown to have powerful anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antioxidant properties.¹⁸