Thursday, January 21, 2010

Some complex spices english - hindi..

I tried to learn it from heart...although difficult to remember all of them. I faced real problem when I tried to explain some English or French person about Indian foods....and then I completely missed to name a particular spice....At times, It was surprising to even search for english of "Lahsan" (garlic)...or Adrak(ginger). I try to list them...may be helpful for someone else...as well.

Haldi or Huldi: Turmeric
Hing: Asafetida
Jaifal or Taifal: Nutmeg

Jal frezi: Sauté or stir-fry.
Javatri: Mace.

Jeera or zeera: Cumin.
Kabli channa: Chickpeas.
Kaddu kas: Grater.
Kadhi: Yogurt soup.
Kala jeera: Black cumin seeds
Kish mish: Sultanas

Lavang: Cloves
Methi: Fenugreek.

Munacca: Raisins

Sonf: Fennel seed.
Sont or Sonth: Dried ginger.
Tej patia: Bay leaf.

Tusci: Basil.

Zafron or kesar: Saffron

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