Black cardamom is a small evergreen shrub found growing in places like Kashmir, Nepal, China, Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines, and the West Indies. The plant bears flowers which are of black color. The small white flowers are the capsules of the cardamon plant. The dried pods of the Black cardamon are black in color, oval in …
Black mustard seed is popularly known as Indian mustard, Black (Vermicola spicata) Mustard or Dog’s foot. It was considered as a sacred herb of India till recent times. It has a wide range of medicinal properties. There are many places grown or manufactured Black Mustard Seed including North & South America, Africa, China, the Mediterranean …
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Black pepper, also known as red hot pepper, perennial plant of the Solanaceae family Piperaceae and perhaps the most fiercely pungent spice in the world, is native to the Malabar Coast in Southern India and is still one of the oldest spices known. It is considered an immensely flavorful and aromatic spice and the history …
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Black salt (Sodium chloride) is derived from the black rocks of Nepal and India. This naturally occurring product is rich in calcium, magnesium, iron, potassium, phosphorus, manganese, and iodine. The calcium content is particularly beneficial for people with low blood pressure, as it helps to balance the levels of salt in the blood. Calcium can …
Making a recipe which calls for caraway seeds and yet don’t have it is as good as not having it at all? This is what makes the seeds one of the most versatile ingredients you can use. Caraway is an herb originally from Eastern Europe that grows in Portugal, Mediterranean areas, Northern India and France. …
Carom seeds are known for their medicinal properties as well as aromatic value. Carom seeds have been used in India for years and today they are one of the main ingredients in aromatherapy. In fact, many people use them to freshen the atmosphere and provide a sense of well being and relaxation. In fact, seeds …
Chili powder, which is also known as chili con carne, is the dried, powdered form of one or more strains of hot spicy chili peppers, often with an addition of other ingredients. Typically, it is used in cooking to add flavor and pungency to foods. In American English, generally the spelling is “chili”; in British …
Cinnamon has been heralded by many as the “food of the gods” owing to its medicinal properties. It is one of nature’s most powerful spices and has long been treasured for its health benefits. Cinnamon has been cultivated for many centuries because of its medicinal values. In fact, there have been times when cinnamon has …
Ghee (Sanskrit: Ghrut) is a sweet clarified butter derived from coconut oil. It has a rich, creamy flavor, great texture and a wide range of medicinal and flavor-adding benefits. Ghee is derived from the milk of various domestic and tropical trees. It is usually refined to create the high-quality clarified butter and is preferred for …
When it comes to flavorings and aroma therapy, cloves are at the top of the list. For more than 2021 years, cloves have been used both as a culinary and medicinal herb for a multitude of reasons. Historically, cloves were used in Europe as a culinary spice. In fact, in many ways they were considered …
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