Nutmeg is a very popular spice made usually from the nutmeg tree, native to Indonesia. It is a very popular evergreen tree and the spice is made from its seeds. This tree is mainly grown in the Spice islands of Indonesia and in the West Indies. It is one of the most prominent evergreen trees …
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Cooking is a field of art that combines different combinations of ingredients and imagination. Many styles of cooking are done, which sound unfamiliar but taste good. Likewise, using Bay leaves in cooking for seasoning is one of them. Let’s see what Bay leaves are and how it is used in the field of cooking. Bay …
Introduction Turmeric is said to be an ancient spice which has an origin in India. Turmeric is a member of the ginger family. The botanical name for turmeric is Curcuma longa. History 4000 years ago, the use of turmeric started in India as a Vedic culture. After that, it reached many countries, like China and …
Scientific Information Kingdom: Plantae Clade: Tracheophytes Clade: Angiosperms Clade: Eudicots Clade: Asterids Order: Apiales Family: Apiaceae Genus: Cuminum Species: C. cyminum Introduction Cumin could be a spice made of the dried seed of a plant called herbaceous plant, which may be a member of the parsley family. Cumin is one of the foremost popular spices …
Saffron is frequently known as “the Red Gold”. It is a labor-intensive crop, which makes it so steeply priced. There are many benefits to saffron, which makes it even more unique. Red thread like saffron spice Saffron is a spice derived from the thread-like structures, called stigmas, of the Crocus Sativus flower, which is normally …
Introduction Cinnamon is generally called Ceylon cinnamon as it is native to Sri-Lanka. Cinnamon can also be found in India, Myanmar, South Africa, West Indies, etc. It belongs to the laurel family(Lauraceae). During ancient times, it had more value than gold. Its scientific name is Cinnamon Verum. History Cinnamon is counted as a spice and …
close-up of green cardamoms The best of memories, Lie encased in a pod. The pod of a spice, With an earthly delight, And an aromatic essence, That recalls it all! close-up of cardamom tea The rainy eve of antakshari, With a cup of tea, And some ecstasy, Tied to a childhood memory. And who would …
Cloves are fragrant flower buds that grow throughout the year. Cloves have healthy properties and are used in various treatments to ensure the health of the consumer. It belongs to the category of spices and can be found in both forms – whole and grounded. Being a versatile spice, it is used in various ways …
