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.
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.
Also known as "tongue of meat" or as "donkey's ear". As a cosmetic use it involves the use of the infusion as a face lotion in case of acne, added to the bath water it has an emollient and refreshing effect. Useful as an infusion to dissolve phlegm and calm coughs.
Ingredients: plantain Botanical name: plantago lanceolata L. Origin: Poland
Tarragon also known as tarragon, is an herb considered digestive and purifying. Similar to anise and celery, it gives a slightly bitter and peppery flavour, suitable as a condiment for less tasty foods. In the kitchen, its fresh and strong taste is used to flavor sauces, meats, fish and eggs. Useful for counteracting meteorism and excess gastrointestinal gas, tarragon is also rich in antioxidants.
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.
Marjoram is an aromatic plant used in the kitchen to give flavor to dishes, but also rich in beneficial properties for our body, fights spasms and asthmatic manifestations. Marjoram is of great help since it has a warming effect that relaxes, relaxes and harmonizes, and combats stress such as anxiety, agitation, nervousness, and insomnia.
Mint, as well as in the kitchen, can be used as a natural remedy thanks to its many beneficial properties. Promotes digestion, fights bad breath. It is suitable in the kitchen on various dishes, meat, vegetables, omelettes, soups.
Already in ancient times this medicinal herb was used to heal wounds and to treat kidney problems. Today it is studied for its diuretic properties and against water retention, as well as its ability to promote the well-being of the bones and counteract osteoporosis. Its good silicon levels are memory support. A horsetail tea, in addition to the refreshing taste, helps in the intake of vitamin C, potassium salts, flavonoids and oxalic acid.
Used over the centuries as a natural remedy for those suffering from edema and varicose veins, horse chestnut has many active ingredients. Promotes microcirculation, as a drainage it counteracts water retention, and shows anti-inflammatory benefits. Excellent for strengthening capillaries, horse chestnut can be exploited from the bark, taken with this herbal tea with an intense and restorative taste.
Ingredients: Horse chestnut Botanical name: Aesculus Hippocastanum L. Origin: Poland
Tansy promotes digestion for difficult menstruation. Also useful for rinsing against toothache. Furthermore, a small amount is sufficient to enhance the flavor of fillings for ravioli, omelettes and sauces.
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.
