Cloves

By Jenni | February 15, 2011 |
cloves

A clove is an aromatic dried flower bud from the Myrtaceae tree which is native to Indonesia. Cloves can be used whole or ground. Whole cloves are very strong and might be a bit much to handle in most dishes. The ground version can add an aromatic kick without interfering with…

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Ginger

By Jenni | February 11, 2011 |
root ginger

Ginger (Adrak – Indian translation) Ginger is a rhizome – a horizontal stem of a plant found underground and usually has roots and shoots. Ginger is native to India which produces 30% of the world’s supply and is the global leader in its production. It is used in cuisines all…

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Onions

By Jenni | January 25, 2011 |
Onions for Curries

Onions are used in virtually every type of cuisine and cooking in the world.  They are very versatile and can be used cooked, fresh or as a garnish.  Onions are an essential part of everyday cooking in India and are found in many local dishes and are the base for curries.  Some curries use a…

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