What is Masala?
Masala simply means "Spice Mix".
Garam Masala: A warming mix of cloves, cinnamon, cardamom, etc. It adds flavor,
not heat.
Chili Powder (Mirch): This brings the heat.
If you want low heat, ask for "Less Chili", not "No Masala"!
Healing Spices
Turmeric (Haldi): Antiseptic. Used in everything.
Jeera (Cumin): Good for digestion.
Cardamom (Elaichi): The "Queen of Spices", used in Chai and Desserts.