misconceptions that still need to be
addressed.
- INDIAN FOOD IS SPICY. It truly
doesn’t have to be—especially if you
cook it at home, where you have control
over the ingredients. Spices impart
flavor to your dishes, and flavor does
not necessarily mean heat. The only
ingredients that can give your dish heat
are fresh green chiles, dried whole red
chiles, and red chile powder. If you
don’t like heat or are afraid of it, just use
less of these three ingredients.
- INDIAN FOOD IS COMPLICATED.
Not at all. Actually preparing the dishes
is not complicated or difficult. Other
than initially assembling your spices, the
