Stocking the Spice Rack

I’ll bet most of the spices in your cupboard are as old as your youngest child or sibling! But when it comes to spices, fresh is best. To revitalise your spice rack, why not go on an adventure and find the Sri Lankan spice store nearest you? And be sure to buy in small quantities: the fresher the spice, the better the flavour of your curry. Storage is important too: your spices should be stored in airtight jars away from direct light and heat.

Which ones to buy? With the following basics you will be ready to cook curry: cardamom, chillies (dried and fresh), cinnamon, cloves, coriander seeds, fenugreek, ginger, Goroka, fennel seeds, black mustard seeds, black peppercorns, cumin seeds, salt, tamarind, turmeric powder, curry powder, lemongrass, pandanus leaf.