Indian cooking uses spices to awaken the flavor of foods, and to make even the simplest dishes taste vibrant and dimensional.

Basil seeds have strong antimicrobial properties, promote gut health, and cool the body down on hot summer days. Flax seeds are very rich in omega-3 acids and fibre, keeping the body fresh and light.

Cardamom comes from the seeds of several plants in the same family as ginger. Its distinctive flavor complements both sweet and savory dishes. Many use seeds and pods in curries, desserts ...

You can also substitute ⅛ teaspoon ground cumin for the cumin seeds. Add yogurt, maple syrup, salt, cardamom and strawberries to a blender. Blend, gradually increasing the speed, until smooth.

Remove the pan from the heat. Stir in the lemon juice and serve.

However, she adds, “I also add cumin speeds to by Bolognese and any sort of Italian meat-based dish, because cumin seeds provide extra ... to add richness, black cardamom is also used in Arabic ...