Bay leaves are a fragrant leaf from the laurel tree used as an herb. Bay leaves are available whole—either fresh or dried—or ground into a powder. The leaves are added to slow-cooked recipes, such as soups, sauces, and stews, and are removed before serving the dish.
Bay Leaf
Bay leaves are a fragrant leaf from the laurel tree used as an herb. Bay leaves are available whole—either fresh or dried—or ground into a powder. The leaves are added to slow-cooked recipes, such as soups, sauces, and stews, and are removed before serving the dish.
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Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) is an herb similar to clover. People use its fresh and dried seeds, leaves, twigs, and roots as a spice, flavoring agent, and supplement. The seeds taste similar to maple syrup and are used in foods and medicine. Fenugreek is native to the Mediterranean, Europe, and Asia. Fenugreek seems to slow sugar absorption in the stomach and stimulate insulin. Both of these effects lower blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Red chilli
Chili peppers are widely used in many cuisines as a spice to add pungent 'heat' to dishes.Dried red pepper may be used whole or powdered. India is the largest producer of red chillies. As the name suggests it is red in color and can be consumed as it is or can be broken down and made into a powder. It is really spicy and the intense heat is concentrated in the seeds. Fresh red chillies are milder.
Basil seeds
Basil seeds aren’t just for growing basil plants — you can also eat them.They look similar to sesame seeds but are black. The type that you eat typically comes from sweet basil, Ocimum basilicum, which is the plant commonly used to season foods. For this reason, the seeds are typically referred to as sweet basil seeds. They also go by many other names, including sabja and tukmaria seeds.helping with weight management, and helping prevent diseases such as cardiovascular disease and certain cancers. Although promising, current research is scarce and in its early stages.
Black pepper
Black pepper is one of the most commonly used spices worldwide.It’s made by grinding peppercorns, which are dried berries from the vine Piper nigrum. It has a sharp and mildly spicy flavor that goes well with many dishes. But black pepper is more than just a kitchen staple. It has been deemed the “king of spices”and used in ancient Ayurvedic medicine for thousands of years
Asafoetida
Asafoetida (Ferula asafoetida) is the dried sap or gum resin obtained from the roots of Ferula plants. It’s commonly dried, ground into a coarse, yellow powder, and used for either culinary or medicinal purposes. Asafoetida is commonly used in Indian cuisine, where it’s referred to as "HING". In Ayurvedic medicine, hing is used to aid digestion and gas, as well as treat bronchitis and kidney stones.
Star anise
Star anise is a spice made from the fruit of the Chinese evergreen tree Illicium verum. 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. Because of similarities in their flavor and names, star anise is often confused with anise, though the two spices are unrelated. Star anise is famed not only for its distinct flavor and culinary applications but also for its medicinal benefits.
Dry ginger
It’s among the healthiest (and most delicious) spices on the planet. It belongs to the Zingiberaceae family, and it’s closely related to turmeric, cardamom, and galangal. The rhizome (underground part of the stem) is the part commonly used as a spice. It’s often called ginger root or, simply, ginger. Ginger can be used fresh, dried, powdered, or as an oil or juice. It’s a very common ingredient in recipes. It’s sometimes added to processed foods and cosmetics. "SAUNTH" is dry ginger powder that is usually consumed in form of kadha or churan.
Turmeric
Turmeric is one of the many Indian spices that have been a part of various traditional cuisines over centuries. Ayurveda has regarded Haldi or Turmeric as one of the most beneficial roots in nature.Turmeric is originally a ginger-like rhizome and is widely used in Indian households not just to give that beautiful, golden colour to food but also to increase the nutrient and medicinal value of what we eat. It is rich in antioxidants and curcumin that increase the body’s immunity and kick out the disease, along with various other advantages like improving brain and heart function and possible treatment for cancer-causing cells.
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