7 Essential Masalas To Have In Your Pantry Before You Move Into Your College Dorm

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Are you someone who is soon moving into your college dorm? If the answer is yes, then you would want to keep these masalas in your pantry!

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1. Haldi/Turmeric Powder - Known for antibacterial properties, making Indian curries are practically incomplete without this.

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2. Garam Masala - The backbone of all the favourite Indian dishes, this all-mix spice is a must-have.

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3. Jeera Powder/Cumin Powder - This powder is made by grounding cumin seeds and another important element of Indian (and even some international) dishes.

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4. Dhaniya Powder/Coriander Powder - This powder is made by grounding coriander seeds and adding aroma to dishes.

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5. Laal Mirch/Red Chilli Powder - No one likes biting into spicy chilli, this powder is perfect to distribute the heat in the dish.

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6. Hing/Asafoetida - Known for its digestive properties, it adds truckloads of flavour to dishes.

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7. Kali Mirch/Black Pepper - This powder is extensively used for a number of dishes, both Indian and international.

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Don’t forget to keep these essential masalas in your pantry!

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