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Wonderful kitchen art.
Spice up your life with some of these wonderful flavours. Coriander, Thyme, Cumin, Aniseed, Rosemary, Parsley, Chilli, Mint, Basil, Cardomom. These flavours come from all over the world and will give your dish a real taste of authentic food from India or the Far East.
Basil
It is a sacred plant for the Hindus. They plant it in their homes to bring happiness to the family. Basil has lots of medicinal properties. The leaves have a sweet aromatic smell. Its tender fresh leaves are used as garnishing. Dried and crushed the leaves are used mainly in Italian tomato sauces giving a sweet scented, minty aroma. It is also used to make very tasty cold drinks.
Cardamom is spice used in countries throughout the world but most prominently in India and Europe. In India, whole pods, green or brown are fried to extract the flavor and added to curries. In Europe the seed is used to flavor breads and pastries.
Coriander is a memeber of the parsley family. The seeds are used as a seasoning. When sprouted the leaves are referred to as cilantro or Chinese parsley. Coriander is available ground or whole.
Cumin has a distinctive, slightly bitter yet flavors any dish with a sweet aroma. These brown aromatic small seeds give out more aroma when roasted or added to hot oil. Cumin seeds whole or in powdered form are very commonly used in Indian cooking. They are used more in the North of India
Rosemary is widely used as a spice when cooking, especially in Mediterranean dishes. Its memorable flavor and unique health benefits makes it an indispensable herb for every kitchen. Rosemary contains substances that are useful for stimulating the immune system, increasing circulation, and improving digestion. Rosemary is often used in aromatherapy to increase concentration and memory, and to relieve stress.
Thyme is one of the best known and most widely-used culinary herbs. Thyme fights several disease causing bacteria and viruses. It is a good digestive aid, helps menstrual cramps and is a great cold remedy. It is used to treat chest and respiratory problems including coughs, bronchitis, and chest congestion. Thyme is an excellent source of iron, manganese, and vitamin K. It is also a very good source of calcium and a good source of dietary fiber.
© 2014 Clare Bevan
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