Spices

If we say that it is not possible to make a delicious dish without spices, we are not exaggerating. Even in the most ordinary dishes, you use turmeric and pepper, which are the simplest spices

Spices add flavor and aroma to foods and desserts. But apart from the taste, the properties of spices for the body should not be neglected.

In fact, by using a variety of spices, you will kill two birds with one stone, that is, you will eat delicious food and have a healthier body

What is spice? What are the types of spices and their uses?

Spices

Different parts of the plant, such as seeds, bark or roots, which are mainly used to give flavor and color, are called spices.

Because of the variety of herbs, there are so many spices in the world that it might be hard to count them. However, only some of them are in common use. In Iran, spices have been used for flavoring food and medicinal purposes for a long time.

If we want to introduce all the 109 spices known in the world, the list will be long and high, in addition to that, all the spices in the world are not known to us, so we introduce the most common spices and their properties in this section

Turmeric

Turmeric is a plant from the ginger family and has yellow roots. The length of this plant is 1.5 meters and it has swollen hyacinth-shaped stems. The flowers of the turmeric plant are also yellowish green in color. Turmeric grows in tropical regions such as India, Iran and Thailand. Since ancient times, turmeric has been used as a spice and colorant in cooking.

Due to its natural pigment, turmeric gives color to food and on the other hand, it makes your food fragrant and delicious. The creation of color by turmeric can be used to some extent instead of saffron, however, it is not able to create its specific aroma.

But turmeric spice is not only used for its flavoring aspect, but also has many healing properties.

For example, turmeric can help improve digestion, strengthen the immune system, reduce joint inflammation, maintain brain and heart health, and reduce the risk of certain diseases.Also, due to its anti-inflammatory properties, it is used locally on the body to prevent inflammation caused by fractures and bruises

Turmeric

Cinnamon

In fact, cinnamon is a tree-like plant. When this plant reaches a certain maturity at the age of 2-3 years, it is cut 50 cm from the ground surface and new shoots emerge from its roots and dry after peeling off their skin. This is the cinnamon stick that we use in cooking.
The powder we call cinnamon spice is obtained by grinding this wood. As one of the essential spices of our food, cinnamon has found an important place in desserts and meat dishes in recent years. It is very hard to resist food cooked with cinnamon and its appetizing aroma.

Cinnamon is used to flavor various dishes, especially stews, and it has many uses in desserts and cakes.
In addition to its pleasant smell and aroma, it also has many minerals such as calcium, magnesium, potassium and iron.Cinnamon is very effective in balancing cholesterol, especially bad cholesterol.

Also, due to its antioxidant properties, it can reduce the risk of heart diseases in the long run. Also, cinnamon, which is used in herbal teas for winter ailments, can soften the throat

Cinnamon

Saffron

Although each type of spices has its own unique taste and properties, according to most people, nothing can replace saffron! Saffron is a very valuable spice that is obtained from the dried stigma of the saffron crocus flower. This spice has a deep, rich and slightly sweet flavor with a subtle floral aroma.

Saffron has a special place in Mediterranean, Middle Eastern and Indian cuisines. Saffron is usually used in rice dishes, soups, stews and sauces. Also, many puddings, cakes and cookies benefit from the flavor and aroma of this spice.

In addition, the taste of saffron in drinks should not be neglected. You can mix saffron alone or with herbs like coriander, basil and rosemary or spices like cinnamon to get a special taste.
Despite the properties of saffron as a spice, its benefits for the body cannot be underestimated.Saffron acts as an antimicrobial, antibacterial, antifungal, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and therapeutic effect against cardiovascular diseases. It also has euphoric and anti-depressant properties, which is why it is used in drinks

Saffron

 angelica

Many people love winter and eating warm beans, even thinking about it brings the sweet smell of beans to life in our minds. In fact, this taste and aroma is more related to its spice, namely angelica. Angelica spices are prepared from the aromatic plant of the same name, and all parts of this useful plant can be used in food and pharmaceutical industries

If you pay attention, the color of angelica is light cream and it has a very thin texture that can give a spicy taste and aromatic smell to the food. Since angelica has a warm character, it is used in dishes such as beans and lentil rice.

Angelica is also used to flavor a variety of foods such as potatoes, soups, and stews. Soaking pomegranate seeds with this delicious spice is another use of angelica. It is interesting to know that these days you can see Angelica in the production of soaps, toothpastes and mouthwashes.

Despite the special taste and aroma of angelica, you should also know about its health benefits. Angelica has high antioxidant and anti-bloating properties. It is also used to enhance memory and increase happiness. Angelica has antiseptic properties and is very useful for eliminating stomach and intestinal microbes.In addition to being appetizing, angelica easily suppresses false appetite and can be useful for weight loss

angelica

 Bieber money spice

There are different types of red pepper and it is called by different names. One of them is Aleppo pepper or Pul Beber pepper, which is planted in Turkey and Syria and is used as a seasoning for various dishes. This pepper is a bit like bell pepper and has a mild taste and a pleasant aroma. The color of the pepper is wine red and it is usually chopped and dried. This spice can be considered a good substitute for paprika and red pepper

Note that you should not use this pepper too much, because too much of it will make the food spicy

You can use this type of spices along with lemon juice and olive oil to flavor grilled chicken and meat, steak, as a salad dressing, boiled eggs, pasta, pasta, vegetable dishes, seafood and potato salad. . In Syria, peppermint is also used to flavor nuts

Bieber money tastes almost like red pepper, but it has a milder spiciness. The taste of this pepper is reminiscent of the taste of cumin and fruit, and due to the salt and oil added in the drying process, it is slightly salty and fatty. In general, its spiciness is not annoying at all and everyone with different tastes can enjoy it

Some of the most important properties of Bieber money are: helping to improve vision, strengthening the immune system, helping with intestinal disorders and better digestion of food, promoting heart health, improving body metabolism, losing weight, reducing inflammation, controlling diabetes, detoxifying the body, and treating coughs.

Bieber money spice

Zaatar spice

Zaatar is a mixed spice used in the Middle East and North Africa. People of these regions sprinkle zaatar directly on food or mix it with olive oil and spread it on bread.
Zaatar is usually a combination of dried vegetables such as wild thyme and roasted sesame.

This spice can be used on rice, salad, yogurt, kebab, boiled vegetables and traditional drinks. Zaatar contains a combination of flavonoids, minerals and other important nutrients that have unique properties for the body.
Zaatar is useful for strengthening memory, increasing blood circulation, improving the body’s immune system, strengthening skin health, treating chronic diseases, cleaning the respiratory tract and building strong bones

Zaatar spice

 Cloves

This spice is another fairly common Indian spice that was first traded in a port in Sri Lanka around 1000 years ago. However, it is native to the Molaca Islands, now part of Indonesia.

Cloves have a very distinctive sweet smell with a spicy and sweet taste. Whole cloves are often used in curry spices, and clove powder is used in a variety of sweet dishes. This spice is useful for toothache, vomiting, nausea and indigestion

cloves

Black pepper

Black pepper

Black pepper is one of the most common spices consumed around the world. Varying amounts of pepper appear in almost all cooking recipes. Since the time of ancient Greece, pepper has been a very loved and popular spice and used as a sacred gift

Disadvantages of spices

Spices have countless properties, but excessive consumption of some of them can be harmful to the body. Especially those who suffer from underlying diseases, the use of spices may aggravate their disease. Spicy spices like pepper can cause indigestion and cause inflammation and ulcers in the stomach.

Identifying the original and fake spices

Determining the authenticity and fakeness of spices is a difficult task and it is not easy for buyers. Many spice supply stores use flour or other additives or even artificial colors and essences to make more profit. Therefore, if possible, it is better to buy spices unground and grind them at home, or buy spices from reputable stores, either in person or online

?Where is the spice city

If we want to introduce the largest and most famous origin of spices by looking at the history, we should mention the country of India. Indian spices are the most popular spices in the world due to their unique aroma and magical taste and valuable properties, and on the other hand, the largest domestic spice market belongs to India

List of spices for each dish

Spice for pasta
Pasta is a delicious and popular dish. They make it anywhere according to their own method. But it is one of the best mixed spices for a delicious pasta

He mentioned the combination of Kerman cumin and Shirazi thyme, or the combination of pepper, garlic, thyme, and rosemary, or basil, oregano, parsley, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Of course, if you remember, I said in the first part that these spices and their combination are completely tasteful

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Spice for pasta

Curry spice
Nowadays, curry spices have become very important and by the way, they are very widely used, but in each region they may prepare it with a little difference. But in general, this spice is a combination of:

Cardamom, turmeric, black pepper, cinnamon, coriander leaves, fennel, clover, chili powder

Curry

Gormah Sabzi spice

It is one of the important ingredients of a great spice. Qorme Sabzi spice is one of the best spices.

Turmeric powder, coriander powder, lemon powder, black pepper, dry fenugreek, fennel, salt, coriander powder

Spices for vegetable soup

 Rice spice

Rice spice

From the combination of these ingredients, one of the best spices needed to cook all kinds of pilaf is easily available.

Cinnamon
rose powder
cumin powder
ginger powder
cardamom powder
cloves
Nutmeg powder

Fish spices

Fish spices

These spices are combined and turned into the best fish spice

Dried bell pepper, bay leaf powder, clove powder, ginger powder, cardamom powder, cinnamon powder, black and white pepper powder and finally mustard powder

 stuffing spice

stuffing spice

In the blink of an eye, they become the best spice for cooking a hearty and aromatic stew.

Seasoning spices: lemon powder, turmeric, black pepper, salt, saffron, meat extract

Chicken spice

Chicken spice

Cardamom powder, coriander seeds, onion powder, black and red pepper powder, ginger powder, cumin powder, cinnamon powder

 Broth spice
Cumin powder
Black pepper powder
Caraway
Coriander seed powder
Turmeric
Omani lemon powder
cinnamon powder

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