Spices

Saunf is a popular spice in India. It is also popular in the various regions across the world. Many people also consume it as a mouth freshener. It has a very special aroma and is slightly sweet in taste. That is why most people love to eat saunf after having a meal.  It is also used to make various Ayurvedic medicines. But most people love this spice because of its strong aroma what feels refreshed. It is a common spice that is also used to make various dishes. Though saunf is a Hindi word. In Bengali, it is known as mouri. But do you know the name of saunf in English? [Read more…] about Saunf – A popular spice in India; Saunf in English

Ajwain is a popular spice in India. It is also used extensively in various other cuisines. But for me, ajwain is a spice that I love to have after having a meal. It works as a mouth freshener. I love it because it enhances the taste of bread pakoda. Many people love to eat dry roasted ajwain after having food. It helps to improve oral health. It is also served at many Indian restaurants after the food. I think most of you know what it is. Right? Many people think it is a Hindi word, whereas many people believe it is an English word. In Bengali, it is also known as jowan which is similar to ajwain. But do you know what is actually called ajwain in English? [Read more…] about A popular spice ajwain in English; A magical spice

If you love to eat flavorful & super aromatic Indian food then you will definitely know what it is. It is one of the key spices that brings aroma to food. Yes, I am talking about jaiphal. Though Indonesia is the major producer of this spice. But it is a very popular spice in India. I think many of you did not understand what it is. Right? Then what is jaiphal in English? What is jaifal meaning in English? Do you know? [Read more…] about Jaiphal in English; Super fragrant spice jaifal (or Jayfal)

Spices play an important role in Indian cooking. If you want to make something special then you may need to add multiple spices to make a single dish. Not only that, spices are essential to make daily meals. Spices bring flavor and aroma in food. Mace is such aromatic spice that often comes along with other spice. Javitri is often add in garam masala. It is used in Indian cuisine, Pakistani cuisine, Bangladeshi cuisine & Moroccan cuisine. Some European countries also use it to make some special dishes. In Indian subcontinent, It is used extensively. But do know what is this javitri spice? What is called javitri in English? [Read more…] about Javitri spice for Indian cooking; Javitri in English

Spices play an important role in Indian cuisine. We use various types of spices to bring aroma & flavor in our food. elaichi is a common spice that we often use. But there are two types of elaichi that we use. One is bigger in size and black in colour. Another one is smaller in size and light green in colour. The first one we say badi elaichi and the second one we call choti ilaichi. Is it not true? Many people also know ilaichi is cardamom. Both are both types of elaichi same? What is badi elaichi in English? What is choti ilaichi in English? [Read more…] about Badi elaichi in English; Choti ilaichi in English