From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Magnesium hydroxide is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula of hydrated Mg(OH) 2. It is often known as milk of magnesia, because of its milk-like appearance as a suspension.
masala. A word of Indian origin, meaning mixture of spices. For example, the term garam masala -- literally a hot mixture of spices -- is a combination of ground roasted cumin seeds, coriander seeds, cardamom, cloves, and other spices.The term masala is used in a slang fashion to connote an interesting mixture of things.asala. A word of Indian origin, meaning mixture of spices. For example, the term garam masala -- literally a hot mixture of spices -- is a combination of ground roasted cumin seeds, coriander seeds, cardamom, cloves, and other spices.
Garam masala is a curry spice blend used to flavor many Indian curries. Indian long pepper is a commonly used spice that is a bit hotter than the more familiar black pepper. Asafoetida is a pungent seasoning used in Indian cuisine. think the most common herbs and spices are garlic, onions, and Italian spices like Oregano. Garlic and onion can also be found in salts and powders for simpler things like marinades and just for basic baking. I like that this article enlightens people on some of the lesser known spices.