| Spice | Type | Color | Flavor Profile | Common Uses |
| Cinnamon | Bark | Brown to reddish | Sweet, warm, slightly woody | Baking, desserts, curries |
| Black Pepper | Seed (Berry) | Black | Spicy, pungent, hot | Seasoning, soups, sauces, meats |
| Cloves | Flower Bud | Dark Brown | Warm, sweet, aromatic, slightly bitter | Baking, stews, meats, teas |
| Cardamom | Seed (Pod) | Green, Brown | Sweet, floral, slightly spicy | Desserts, chai, curries, beverages |
| Cumin | Seed | Brown to yellow | Earthy, warm, slightly nutty | Curries, stews, soups, rice dishes |
| Turmeric | Root (Rhizome) | Bright Yellow | Earthy, bitter, warm | Curries, rice, soups, stews |
| Ginger | Root (Rhizome) | Brown (Skin), Yellow (Flesh) | Pungent, spicy, slightly sweet | Baking, teas, stir-fries, sauces |
| Nutmeg | Seed | Brown | Warm, sweet, slightly peppery | Baking, desserts, beverages, sauces |
| Paprika | Ground Spice | Red | Sweet, smoky, mild to hot | Meats, sauces, soups, stews |
| Chili Pepper | Fruit (Capsicum) | Red, Green, Yellow | Hot, pungent, spicy | Sauces, soups, curries, salsas |
| Mustard Seeds | Seed | Yellow, Brown, Black | Hot, sharp, slightly bitter | Pickling, sauces, curries |
| Saffron | Stigma of Flower | Red, Yellow | Floral, sweet, slightly bitter | Rice dishes, sauces, desserts |
| Fenugreek | Seed | Yellow-Brown | Bitter, earthy, slightly sweet | Curries, stews, spice blends |
| Allspice | Berry | Brown to Dark Red | Sweet, spicy, aromatic, clove-like | Baking, marinades, sauces, stews |
| Bay Leaves | Leaf | Green (Dried) | Slightly bitter, herbal, earthy | Soups, stews, sauces, braises |