Chinese five spice powder is a traditional spice blend, used in Chinese cuisine. This mix gives the dishes a light hint of minty taste, which still includes all the five flavors in cooking: sweet, sour, salty, spicy and bitter. A special taste to flavor meat and fish dishes, marinades and exotic sauces.
Ingredients:
star anise, cloves, cinnamon, Sichuan pepper, fennel.
Himalayan pink salt is an ancient fossil salt extracted from the mines of Khewra, at the foot of the Himalayan mountain range. It is a soft salt in taste, less savory than common salt; it can enhance the flavor of meat and fish. Interesting for the many minerals it contains, for the purpose of well-being, it makes available many elements including calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, copper, sulfur and iron. It is a very popular salt also for its pink color, perfect for decorating dishes in a decorative and scenographic way.
The cumin plant, is one of the oldest medicinal plants, it produces seeds that have a spicy flavor and a rich and singular aroma. Some research is also testing its slimming power. The scientists involved compared the effects of using cumin extracts on overweight and blood sugar.
Shelled pistachios are the edible seeds of the pistachio tree (Pistacia vera), deprived of the outer shell to facilitate consumption. They have a deep green color with yellowish hues and a rich, sweet and slightly buttery flavor. Rich in protein, fiber, healthy fats and antioxidants, they are a nutritious and versatile snack, also used in cooking for desserts, creams, pesto and savory dishes.
A salt created with the combination of hibiscus flowers to give it a delicious appearance and a sour taste designed to make it ideal for meat and fish.
Herbs of Provence are a blend of fresh or dried aromatic plants. Unmissable in the recipes of local cuisine, these herbs are used to give the final touch in vegetable-based dishes, in stews, sauces, ragu and in grilled fish and meat, such as that of Sisteron lamb.
Fenugreek grains have strong properties that make them a tasty and beneficial spice. They are used in cooking for many recipes, for a soothing action on the digestive system and to stimulate the metabolism of carbohydrates and triglycerides.
Corinth grapes are rich in nourishing and taste properties. It can be eaten as a sweet snack, at breakfast in addition to cereals or mixed with yogurt, in small quantities. This type of grape is also suitable for savory recipes with a sweet and sour taste, and in the preparation of desserts, even as a substitute for sugar.
Garam Masala spice blend is believed to contain a balance of all six flavors. It has sweetness, heat, spiciness, and a hint of floral nuances. When these spices combine, they create a special blend, adding incredible depth and complexity to a wide array of traditional dishes and creative recipes.
Ingredients:
Cinnamon, Cumin, Nutmeg, Coriander, Black Pepper, Cloves, Bay Leaf.
Natural persimmons are delicious and beneficial fruits. Being dehydrated fruits without added sugar, they release a delicate and naturally sweet taste on the palate, not excessively sugary.
Damiana known in botanical terms as Turnera diffusa willd has an antidepressant action in case of physical or intellectual fatigue, tiredness, stress, calms anxiety and helps fight nervousness and insomnia as well as fighting depression.
Ingredienti: damiana foglie Nome botanico: Turnera diffusa willd Origine: Messico
Gomasio is a Japanese condiment made from toasted and chopped sesame, used in cooking to flavor first and second courses, soups, salads and delicious sauces. It represents a beneficial aromatic solution, compared to common table salt: it contains less sodium and provides the body with various nutrients. The version of black gomasio includes dark sesame rich in antioxidants and minerals.