Green pepper is used to flavor fish and meat dishes (chicken, turkey, pork, beef). The recipe for fillet with green pepper is famous. It is particularly appreciated for its spicy, fresh and delicately herbaceous flavour. Green pepper also goes well with other spices, including nutmeg, coriander and juniper.
Pumpkin seeds, toasted and salted, a fragrant and tasty snack. Rich in minerals, they are precious allies, for health and diet (without exaggerating). Excellent as a mid-morning or afternoon snack.
Cinnamon in bark is the spice preferred by cooks to give a particular flavor to their recipes. In healthy terms, cinnamon helps keep blood sugar in balance, helps prevent cholesterol, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, triglycerides and ulcers. Tip: do not cook it too long, it can become bitter.
Allspice, also known as pimento or clove pepper, is native to the Caribbean and Central and South America. Jamaica's most important crop, it is used to produce an interesting essential oil, eugenol, so much so that the scent from the plantations pervades the air of the "allspice trails". Its slightly spicy and intensely aromatic taste is well suited to dishes of all kinds.
The olfactory component of Timut pepper is by far its added value, a true explosion of citrus notes reminiscent of grapefruit that stands out unmistakably but also lime and passion fruit. Excellent on fish in general, on shellfish and on lobster in particular. To be used crushed and not ground. It is a particular pepper, obtained from the peel of the berry, with tasteless seeds.
Exotic fruit par excellence, Medjoul dates have properties and benefits including antioxidant effects, excellent for fighting the cellular aging process. In addition, Medjoul dates are the best-selling on the market for their delicious flavor, enveloping also thanks to their softness.
Discover this variety of legumes, which contains a high amount of protein, vitamins and dietary fiber. The “giant” version of chickpeas derives from the prized variety of Mexico, available today to create healthy and nutritious recipes. Thanks to the thin skin and intense flavor, you can create delicious dishes with soft and creamy chickpeas after cooking: soups, pastas, side dishes, salads. The size of these chickpeas makes them ideal for hearty appetizers and surprising cold dishes.
Ingredients: giant chickpeas Origin: Mexico
Soaking: 12 hours. Cooking time: 120 min. / in a pressure cooker 60 min.
Cassia ground cinnamon has an intense flavor that goes well with salty foods and flavors meat. In the Middle East it accompanies stews, lamb, goose and duck meat; in Thailand pork and dried fruit; in Morocco it is combined with pigeon pastilla; in Yorkshire it is excellent in braised ham. A pinch of cinnamon is perfect in mashed potatoes, ravioli and pumpkin risotto. It gives a unique aroma to vegetable pies or natural yoghurt.
The Carolina Reaper is a new hybrid chili pepper of the Capsicum Chinense family grown in South Carolina obtained by crossing two species of extremely hot chili peppers, the Pakistani Naga Morich and a Red Habanero.
Red Savina Habanero Powder is an extremely spicy spice obtained by grinding Red Savina Habanero chili peppers, known for their intense heat and fruity flavor. This powder is used to add a strong spicy note to a variety of dishes, from sauces and marinades to soups and stews. The Scoville Heat Unit (SHU) for this type of Habanero can reach up to 577,000, making it one of the hottest chili peppers in the world. It is advisable to handle it with care and use it in small quantities to avoid overwhelming the taste of the dishes.
Malagueta pepper or Guinea pepper is particularly rich in essential oils. Its scent is reminiscent of ginger, but notes of cardamom can also be perceived, so much so that it is often used or recommended as a substitute for the latter in recipes. It is used to flavor stews and some grains of this spice are added to the traditional drink based on kola nut typical of Sicily.
Orange blossoms can be used alone for a calming herbal tea, or added together with a blend of medicinal herbs, as desired. They possess expectorant properties against colds, thanks to vitamin C, and promote proper digestion. The relaxing characteristics of orange blossom are useful in cases of insomnia, anxiety and stress.
Ingredients: orange blossom Botanical name: Citrus aurantium Origin: Middle East