Cocoa beans are nothing more than the seeds of the cocoa plant, rich in vitamins and mineral salts. Much appreciated for their pleasant taste, they also give beneficial effects. Cocoa beans are antioxidants par excellence, against cellular ageing. They improve mood and concentration thanks to their theobromine content. They can be eaten as natural seeds or toasted: they become an excellent mid-morning snack.
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.
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.
The devil's claw is a plant that has beneficial properties, historically used to calm pain and inflammation. The root is indicated in case of joint and muscle pain; it is a very effective remedy for the cervical, as well as alleviating the symptoms of rheumatism, sciatica, low back pain, arthritis and tendinitis. It is also useful for soothing heartburn and digestive disorders.
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.
Selim pepper is very pungent, aromatic, and with a bitter aftertaste. It has hints of nutmeg and resin. It looks like a pod that is smoked and dried before being sold. It should be used in its entirety and then removed from the preparations. It is excellent in stews, soups and barbecued meats.
Formosa honey black tea is famous in Taiwan. The leaves of these tea trees would produce sweetness like honey after the reaction of some insect bites. The more insects gnaw on the tea leaves, the more noticeable the honey flavor of the tea will be. Hence growers avoid using pesticides to make this tea natural and good-tasting, sweet and refreshing.
These small balls of salt give dishes a light and round flavor, and a special finish to your fish, meat and vegetable dishes. In the pristine African territory, in the Etosha National Park, the wind carries and groups the salt crystals, which take on a pearly shape - unlike any other salt in the world!
The mix of spices for the preparation of Chakalaka, is designed to flavor this recipe with spicy and aromatic notes. The typical South African vegetable sauce, is created with a spicy blend, including masala leaves and curry powder, which reinforces the sautéed vegetables and beans in the original recipe. Also discover its unique taste as a barbecue sauce, perfect spiciness on grilled meat and sausages.
Ingredients:
tomato, onion, peppers, garlic, cumin, chili pepper, black pepper, paprika, salt, cinnamon, allspice, cardamom.
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
This smoky and aromatic chili pepper is typical of Mexican cuisine but now appreciated all over the world. The right spiciness and the flavor profile with fruity notes, make this chipotle chili versatile in different recipes. You can use it raw to flavor meat, fish, vegetable, soup dishes in an appetizing way. The version of the crushed red Jalapeno is practical, perfect for sauces and marinades for the barbecue.