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The seeds have been used in the Mediterranean cooking since ancient times. They are oblong in shape with brown color and can be purchased both as whole seeds or powdered.Their complex flavor has made it a component of almost all seasonings. Cumin is...
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Coriander (Coriandrum sativum), is the seeds of an aromatic plant cultivated in Asia, Latin America and the Mediterranean.The leaves of the plant are used fresh but the seeds are left to dry to develop a different fruity taste.It is the ingredient of...
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The flower buds of Syzygium aromaticum are cut and dried just in time so as to keep their fragrance.The plantations are in Madagascar, India, Indonesia, Tanzania but the little brown buds, once dried, they travel all over the world to flavor stews, m...
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These hot chilly peppers have been part of cuisines in Mexico, India and Africa for centuries, but today, with their flavor, they have gained millions of people all over the world. They give spiciness to marinades, curry, sauces and they can be appli...
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Fine flavorful Ceylon cinnamon powder from freshly ground cinnamon sticks is bound to give its delicately floral citrus aroma. Ceylon cinnamon powder is ideal for baking, or for dusting over coffee, fresh fruit, or pastries.Ceylon cinnamon has a mild...
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The seeds come from the green cardamom pods of the plant of the genus name Elettaria which is native to India and Indonesia. Nowadays, it is cultivated also in Guatemala, Malaysia and Tanzania. Cardamom has an excellent, natural aroma and is one of t...
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Anise seeds, (Pimpinella anisum) come from a flowering plant native to the eastern Meditteranean region. Their sweet flavor is similar to that of the staranise and they are used for flavoring food, sweet bread, liquers and teas.Anise seeds are also w...
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The dried berries of the plant Pimenta dioica, are a little bigger than black peppercorns and they are known for their aromatic properties. The best quality allspice comes from the plantations in Mexico and Jamaica where the soil fully supports its a...
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Juniper (Juniperus communis) is an evergreen shrub belonging to the plants of the Greek flora and has needle-like, spiked, narrow leaves.The fruits of the plant, known as juniper berries, are approved by the German Commission E for use in treating he...
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Oregano (Origanum vulgare) is a perennial member of the mint family, that is native to the Mediterranean region, especially to Greece. The most famous Greek plant makes its appearance in late Spring, when it begins to bloom, giving its characteristic...
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Foenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum L.) is an annual plant with leaves consisting of three small oblong leaflets. Its seeds are small, smooth and brown, each divided into two lobes.The common name Foenugreek comes from the Latin foenum and Graecum....
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Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) is a hardy perennial herb with a characteristic anise taste and licorice scent. Its blue green seeds are oblong, slightly flattened and wrinkled.Fennel seeds are pleasant to taste, lending a warm, spicy-sweet aroma and fla...
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Dittany (Origanum dictamnus), known in Greek as "Diktamo", is a tender perennial plant with grey hairy leaves that grows up to 20-30 cm in height.It is a rare aromatic plant with therapeutic properties that only grows wild on the mountainsides and go...
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Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) is a very common plant in Greece. It is an annual plant, with characteristic delicate aroma.Its low tender stem has devided leaves that look like feathers. The flowers are yellowish and appear in mid-spring.It is con...