Spice | Color | Size | Shape | Texture | Flavor | Aroma |
Cumin | Light brown | Small | Oval, slightly curved | Rough, hard | Warm, nutty | Earthy, warm |
Coriander | Light brown | Small | Round, slightly flattened | Smooth, firm | Citrusy, sweet | Citrus-like |
Turmeric | Golden yellow | Small, irregular | Tubular, knobby | Dry, firm | Earthy, bitter | Musty, pungent |
Clove | Dark brown | Small | Nail-shaped | Hard, smooth | Spicy, pungent |
Strong, sweet-spicy |
Cardamom | Green or brown | Small | Oval, capsule-like | Firm, smooth | Sweet, spicy | Floral, sweet |
Cinnamon | Light brown | Small, long | Thin sticks | Hard, brittle | Sweet, warm | Sweet, woody |
Black Pepper | Black or dark brown | Small | Round, wrinkled | Firm, smooth | Spicy, hot | Pungent, sharp |
Mustard | Yellow, black, or brown | Small | Round, tiny | Smooth, firm | Pungent, hot | Musty, sharp |
Fenugreek | Yellow-brown | Small | Oval, flat | Rough, hard | Bitter, nutty | Earthy, sweet |
Red Chili | Red | Small, long | Thin, cylindrical | Smooth, firm | Spicy, hot | Pungent, sharp |