The Indian Bay leaf, Indian names include Biryani aaku, Pattai, Tej Patta, Masala Yele, Tej Pata, Tez Pat, Karuvapatta Illa, Bay leaf, Indian bay leaf. An aromatic leaf commonly used in cooking, can be used whole in a dried or ground form. Used widely in Indian cooking, and is the main ingredient in Garam masala.
Natco Sunflower Seeds. Sunflower Seeds are the fruits from sunflower plants. Sunflower Seeds are rich in B complex vitamins and good source of protein, potassium, calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus and vitamin E.
NEW Powa is made from pre-cooked rice which is pressed flat and dried. The flatter grain allows for quicker absorption of water during cooking. Powa is very low in fat and high in fibre. Absolutely delicious light flakes of rice. Cooks in minutes and is fantastic sweet or savoury. Think couscous but better!
Ghee is clarified butter without salt
The secret ingredient that gives Indian cooking
Used to promote a healthy appetite and to nourish the body
Widely used in Indian cuisine
Panch Puran is a colourful blend of flavourful seeds. Panch Puran is usually fried in oil or ghee before adding anything else to the pot, flavouring the oil and releasing the aroma of the oils in the seeds. Suitable for Vegetarians.
A mixture of authentic spices lightly roasted before grinding and blending to bring out their highly aromatic flavours. Delicious on all roast and grilled meat dishes.
Tandoori masala is used for tandoori cooking. Tandoor ovens are traditional Indian clay ovens used to cook meats and vegetables in a kind of barbecue. The tandoori masala is mixed with yoghurt and the meat is coated with the mix and left to marinate before cooking in the tandoor oven.
Jaggery is often called Cane Sugar. It is a dark, coarse, unrefined sugar made from the sap of a variety of palm tree or from the sugar cane juice. It has a sweet, rich and fudgy caramel flavor and complements anything you would use normal sugar for. Natco Jaggery Goor comes in a solid block and is used for making Indian sweets, and used in tea or coffee just like ordinary sugar.
A tropical herb of the ginger family. A colourful, mildly aromatic and versatile spice used in most Indian dishes. Use sparingly.
Turmeric keeps for only a few months so replace regularly.
Available in 400g bag.
Natco Curry Leaves have a mild, spicy aroma and flavour. They are widley used in Indian cusine, particularly in curry powder, green chutneys and marinade pastes. Use generously doubling the quantity in recipes requiring fresh curry leaves. -
Chilli, also known as chili peppers, are spicy spices derived from various varieties of peppers. Dried chili spice is commonly used to add spiciness and flavor to dishes. Natco dried chili seasoning can be used in various dishes, such as stews, sauces, curries, soups, marinades, as well as as an addition to Mexican, Asian and other cuisines where spiciness is desired. Natco is a well-known brand offering a variety of food products, including spices and kitchen ingredients. Remember that dried chili seasoning can be very spicy, so I recommend using it according to your own taste preferences and tolerance for spicy foods.
Black Pepper Pappadoms are delicious traditional crispy flatbreads made from lentil flour. They are the perfect complement to a curry, can be enjoyed as a snack on its own, or simply with chutneys, pickles and rice