Why is Indian food so spicy and does not taste very well?

What makes you think it is disgusting? The color or flavor or smell or the taste? These are basic for any food to be appetizing. Indian food has all of these qualities which makes it loved across the globe. read more

Indian food is very spicy agreed. Largely due to the fact, unlike other cuisines, Indian food is predominantly vegetarian. Most vegetarian dishes would otherwise be bland and so extra spices are added to create magical aromatic and lip smacking dishes. read more

Most indian food contains spices such as cardamom, cloves, cinnamon, ginger and other spices, which imparts the spiciness to the food. that plus the added chillies make indian food quite spicy. unless of course, one is talking about vindaloo, which is meant to be quite spicy. and as a side note, yoghurt is usually added to spicy curries to"cool it down". read more

Indian food, with its hodgepodge of ingredients and intoxicating aromas, is coveted around the world. The labor-intensive cuisine and its mix of spices is more often than not a revelation for those who sit down to eat it for the first time. Heavy doses of cardamom, cayenne, tamarind and other flavors can overwhelm an unfamiliar palate. read more