Comes from Chile. It is clean, light and fluffy with superb bright green colour and has a robust, fresh 'peppery' Oregano flavour. Excellent for use in all Italian pasta and vegetable dishes.

Coriander, also known as cilantro. Adds a spicy fragrance and exotic freshness to oriental foods, especially in Thai and Indian cuisine such as stir-fries, salads and various curries and stews.

Also called Kala Jeera this is a more rare form of cumin. Black Cumin is more subtle than brown cumin, the seeds are sweeter, smaller and have a more delicate taste. The first flavour is small, then it grows to a smokey black flavour like lapsang suchong. The after taste is slightly bitter with nuances of citrus and aniseed. Black Cumin is used in many Indian curries and tandooris. To bring out the nutty flavour, the seeds are best toasted slightly before use. Bunium persicum or black cumin is a plant in the family Apiaceae. It is used as a common culinary spice in Northern India, Tajikistan and Iran but outside these areas use is rare. There is a common confusion between Bunium persicum and Nigella Sativa which is also commonly called Kala Jeera and used predominantly in Bengali cookery. You can buy Nigella Sativa or Kalwonji here. Black Cumin was discovered in Tutankhamen's tomb, implying that it played an important role in ancient Egyptian practices. Black Cumin's role in Egyptian culture is not fully understood, but it is known that items entombed that items placed in a kings tomb were selected as important for use in the afterlife. The earliest known reference to black cumin is in the Book of Isiah in the Old Testament where Isiah compares the differences between reaping wheat and black cumin. When ingested, black cumin seeds and extracts can be used for a number of conditions. They have been used for centuries to treat digestive problems including stomach pain and flatulence. Black cumin seeds also have a long history in the natural treatment of asthma and other respiratory conditions. Compounds from the seeds appear to have antimicrobial properties, and are sometimes used to treat urinary tract infections. Oil from black cumin seeds can be used topically to treat dry skin, eczema and other skin issues. In addition, black cumin seeds are sometimes used in beauty regimens to strengthen hair and nails, as well as making them more glossy. A beneficial tea can be made by infusing the seeds with boiling hot water.

An authentic blend of exotic spices used by generations since the days of the Raj. Excellent for adding flavour to sauces, soups and rice.

The red chilies are dried crushed and flaked to release the whole red chili flavor more efficiently and quickly into dishes.Ideal as a seasoning for pizzas and casseroles. Use to spice up any dish as a sprinkling on top where it adds color and texture as well as heat, or use in dishes as a substitute for whole chilies.

Indian Jadi Booti provides genuine herbs in their original forms. Everything Natural - The way our mother nature intended our foods should be. No Trans-fats, Non-GMO, No cooking oils, No Chemicals or Preservatives or Colors or Flavors, Nothing Artificial Added.

Greenfields Basil Herb 50g Basil Herb is commonly used fresh in cooked recipes. It is generally added at the last moment, as cooking quickly destroys the flavour.

The world's favourite spice coarsely ground. Widely used at the table as a seasoning for fish and meats. Available in 100g bag.

Natco Bay Leaves 10g

Highly aromatic with a sweet distinctive flavour. Used in rice dishes, desserts, apple pies and Indian meat dishes.

These have a warm aroma and a sweetish taste like aniseed. Tastes great with seafood, pork, stuffings, sauces, pickles and some curries. In India it is chewed as a natural breath freshener and as an aid to digestion. Available in 100g bag.

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Natco Fenugreek leaves are a popular spice that is widely used in Indian and many other world cuisines. This spice is also known as "methi" in Hindi. Natco is a brand that offers a variety of food products, including spices such as fenugreek leaves.

These have a warm aroma and a sweetish taste like aniseed. Tastes great with seafood, pork, stuffings, sauces, pickles and some curries. In India it is chewed as a natural breath freshener and as an aid to digestion.

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 1Kg bag.

A purplish brown colored rock salt, with a distinctive flavor. A special type of Indian mineral salt which has a very special smokey flavour. Available in 300g bags.

Also called Carom or Lovage seeds, they have a flavor similar to thyme but much stronger. Used in Indian bread, Gram flour snacks and also go well with fish. They are also a common ingredient in balti cooking and in bhajis and pakoras.

Fudco Cardamom Seeds 75g Brand : Fudco Spice Type : Cardamom Food Specifications : Organic