GingerYes
Aromatic
Bright, soothing heat; widely tolerated.
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Our ingredient philosophy is practical: flavor-forward and gut-friendly by design. Below you’ll find our Yes / Caution / Avoid list and an A–Z glossary explaining what we use — and why.
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Yes — Often Works Well
Flavor-forward and commonly well-tolerated when prepared thoughtfully.
Coriander (seeds & leaf)Yes
Herb/Spice
Citrusy aroma adds depth without harshness.
CuminYes
Spice
Warm, earthy base for many blends.
TurmericYes
Spice
Color and gentle bitterness; balance with fats/acid.
Kashmiri ChiliYes
Chili
Colorful, mild heat for layered flavor.
Fenugreek (leaves)Yes
Herb
Rounded bitterness; use lightly for aroma.
Curry LeavesYes
Herb
Fragrant when bloomed in hot fat.
FennelYes
Spice
Sweet-anise lift; pairs with tomato & seafood.
CardamomYes
Spice
Floral sweetness; a little goes a long way.
TomatoYes
Base
Acid balance in sauces; layer with fat.
Coconut MilkYes
Base
Creamy body; check tolerance to coconut fat.
Spinach / Mustard GreensYes
Greens
Silky greens bases in saag/palak.
GheeYes
Fat
Clean dairy fat; rich mouthfeel; lactose removed.
Olive OilYes
Fat
Everyday neutral-to-fruity fat choice.
Lemon / LimeYes
Acid
Finishing brightness without harshness.
TamarindYes
Acid
Tangy complexity; moderate for balance.
White FishYes
Protein
Lean, fast-cooking protein for light curries.
ChickenYes
Protein
Lean, versatile; pairs with most bases.
Paneer / TofuYes
Protein
Gentle protein options with mild flavor.
ChickpeasYes
Pulse
Comforting; watch portion if sensitive to legumes.
Caution — Context Matters
Great flavor drivers; adjust portion/technique for your comfort level.
OnionCaution
Aromatic
Common FODMAP trigger; use lightly or choose variants.
GarlicCaution
Aromatic
Aromatic & sweet; can be a FODMAP trigger for some.
Fresh Green ChiliesCaution
Chili
Heat varies; adjust to comfort level.
Black PepperCaution
Spice
Peppery finish; balance with fat/acid.
Yogurt / CreamCaution
Dairy
Richness & body; check lactose sensitivity.
CashewCaution
Nut
Creamy dairy-free body; potential allergen.
Cilantro (leaf)Caution
Herb
Common preference sensitivity (soapy perception).
Mustard SeedsCaution
Spice
Fragrant tadka; bloom gently to avoid harshness.
Tamarind ConcentrateCaution
Acid
Strong; use measured amounts.
Beans (various)Caution
Pulse
Comforting protein; portion awareness helps.
*FODMAP tolerance varies by person. Start smaller and scale as comfortable.
We Avoid
Not part of our clean-label approach or unnecessary for great flavor.
Artificial Flavors / ColorsAvoid
Additive
We keep labels clear and kitchen-real.
Unnecessary StabilizersAvoid
Additive
Avoided where possible; process > additives.
Highly Processed Seed OilsAvoid
Fat
We prefer ghee or olive oil in core recipes.
Excessive Heat ExtractsAvoid
Additive
We balance for flavor, not “dare-level” spice.
A–Z Glossary
A practical reference for the ingredients we rely on — and how we use them.
A
Artificial Flavors / Colors
Additive
We keep labels clear and kitchen-real.
B
Beans (various)
Pulse
Comforting protein; portion awareness helps.
Black Pepper
Spice
Peppery finish; balance with fat/acid.
C
Cardamom
Spice
Floral sweetness; a little goes a long way.
Cashew
Nut
Creamy dairy-free body; potential allergen.
Chicken
Protein
Lean, versatile; pairs with most bases.
Chickpeas
Pulse
Comforting; watch portion if sensitive to legumes.
Cilantro (leaf)
Herb
Common preference sensitivity (soapy perception).
Coconut Milk
Base
Creamy body; check tolerance to coconut fat.
Coriander (seeds & leaf)
Herb/Spice
Citrusy aroma adds depth without harshness.
Cumin
Spice
Warm, earthy base for many blends.
Curry Leaves
Herb
Fragrant when bloomed in hot fat.
E
Excessive Heat Extracts
Additive
We balance for flavor, not “dare-level” spice.
F
Fennel
Spice
Sweet-anise lift; pairs with tomato & seafood.
Fenugreek (leaves)
Herb
Rounded bitterness; use lightly for aroma.
Fresh Green Chilies
Chili
Heat varies; adjust to comfort level.
G
Garlic
Aromatic
Aromatic & sweet; can be a FODMAP trigger for some.
Ghee
Fat
Clean dairy fat; rich mouthfeel; lactose removed.
Ginger
Aromatic
Bright, soothing heat; widely tolerated.
H
Highly Processed Seed Oils
Fat
We prefer ghee or olive oil in core recipes.
K
Kashmiri Chili
Chili
Colorful, mild heat for layered flavor.
L
Lemon / Lime
Acid
Finishing brightness without harshness.
M
Mustard Seeds
Spice
Fragrant tadka; bloom gently to avoid harshness.
O
Olive Oil
Fat
Everyday neutral-to-fruity fat choice.
Onion
Aromatic
Common FODMAP trigger; use lightly or choose variants.
P
Paneer / Tofu
Protein
Gentle protein options with mild flavor.
S
Spinach / Mustard Greens
Greens
Silky greens bases in saag/palak.
T
Tamarind
Acid
Tangy complexity; moderate for balance.
Tamarind Concentrate
Acid
Strong; use measured amounts.
Tomato
Base
Acid balance in sauces; layer with fat.
Turmeric
Spice
Color and gentle bitterness; balance with fats/acid.
U
Unnecessary Stabilizers
Additive
Avoided where possible; process > additives.
W
White Fish
Protein
Lean, fast-cooking protein for light curries.
Y
Yogurt / Cream
Dairy
Richness & body; check lactose sensitivity.
Cook with confidence
Explore ready-to-eat curries or build your own with our balanced bases.
*Information is general and not medical advice. Always follow your clinician’s guidance and check product labels.