Black Pepper :Black pepper is a source of nutrients and minerals and is also very easy to include it in your daily diet. Black pepper is not only a flavouring agent but is also as a medicine to treat colic, anaemia, heart trouble and diabetes. Reduces inflammation and is a great antioxidant too. A flowering vine whose fruit is dried to make peppercorns.
White Pepper:White pepper is a spice produced from a dried fruit. It helps to tone-up the body and also works as a mouth fresher. It has less calories and is often used in dishes that require a peppery bite but where you don’t want black flecks, such as in white sauces and potato dishes. White pepper is most commonly used in Chinese Cuisines as a marinade to meat, to make spicy stir-fry and to add flavor to soups. It is usually milder than black pepper.
Cardamom :A spice that not only adds aroma and flavour to our food and beverages but has also some great health benefits. Originated in India but now a popular ingredient all over the world. This spice is a great antioxidant and has diuretic properties which help in lowering high blood pressure levels. Many researches also define cardamom asa spice with cancer fighting abilities.
Cloves :The flower buds of the clove tree can be found in both whole and ground form. Cloves are beautiful little spices that add a lot of flavour to warm drinks as well as to baked cakes. Cloves can be used for its amazing health benefits like stabilising blood sugar levels, or to maintain your liver health. Rich in fibre, minerals and vitamins, this spice grown organically can add flavour and essential nutrients to your food.
Cinnamon :Just a dash of cinnamon ! Yes ! This beautifully flavoured aromatic spice is magic. Used in Ayurveda since a long time, cinnamon is beneficial for gastric troubles, digestive disorders, nausea. It is great for the skin as well. Added to your tea or to your pancake, this dash of cinnamon is definitely great.
Cinnamon Bark:This functions as a multi-ingredient. It enhances the appetite and helps provide relief during diarrhea and gas. The cinnamon bark comes from a tree that has medicinal properties. In food, it is used as a spice and as a flavoring agent for beverages.
Cinnamon Round:Cinnamon round sticks are a variety of spice that is used in savouries and sweet dishes. It is broken down and used. It is harvested naturally and rolled into smaller pieces. It is used to sweeten dishes and chewing on these sticks can help relieve toothache.
Bay Leaf :A rich source of vitamins, calcium and magnesium ; bay leaf is available in different varieties that come from different trees. They can be used when fresh, or dried. A popular cooking herb which is rich in vitamin A, C, B6 and manganese, calcium too.
Mace :Mace is a spice that is a lacy coating found on the outer shell of a nutmeg seed. It is red, then removed and dried becoming a yellowish- brown spice. Its flavour is a combination of cinnamon and pepper and a more pungent version of nutmeg. It is used in donuts and cakes, puddings and custards but the spice can also be a part of cheese dishes, souffles, sauces, soups, biryani etc. it is a highly aromatic spice. It helps in keeping the digestive system healthy, treats diarrhea, relieves bloating and constipation and it also works as a cure for nausea.
Nutmeg:Nutmeg is a seed or ground spice. It has a long culinary history and can be used in both sweet and savoury dishes. It is also used in a variety of beverages such as chai, wine, eggnog or as a garnish over foamy coffee drinks. It can also be used to flavour meats and is often an ingredient in spice blends such as garam masala or curry.
Star Anise:Star anise is a spice made from a Chinese evergreen tree. It’s aptly named for the star-shaped pods from which the spice seeds are harvested and has a flavor that is reminiscent of licorice. It is not only used for its distinctive flavour and culinary applications but also for its medicinal benefits. It is a source of rich bioactive compounds all of which are vital contributors for good health.
Ginger Slice:Ginger is one of the oldest spices around. Ginger slices have no artificial agents and are produced from natural ginger. It is used in making candies, cakes and cookies. It has an exotic flavor.
Turmeric Fingers:Turmeric is widely known for its antiseptic and healing properties. It is used to add fragrance, color and aroma to dishes. Turmeric Finger is the purest form of turmeric and is used in medicines, foods and dyeing processes. It is organically and naturally harvested from farmers who grow this crop. When Turmeric Finger is ground into a fine powder, it is used to add flavor and color to dishes. It is a very rich source of several vitamins such as vitamin B6 and vitamin C. It has also minerals such as calcium and iron and also controls the heart rate and blood pressure.
