In ancient India, kitchens often had a built-in herb garden to provide a constant supply of fresh herbs and spices. Indian cuisine is renowned for its rich and diverse flavors, achieved through the use of various herbs and spices. Common herbs found in Indian kitchen gardens include coriander, cumin, turmeric, and fenugreek. These herbs are used in curries, rice dishes, chutneys, and many other traditional Indian recipes. The Indians believed that the use of fresh herbs not only enhanced the taste of their food but also had medicinal and Ayurvedic properties.
