Ground cloves (jiròf/albasa) 16 oz

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$10.69
  • Packed: 12/16 Oz
  • Brand: RANJE FWAYE
  • UPC: 707966102020
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Ground cloves (jiròf/albasa) 16 oz

  • Packed: 16 Oz
  • Brand: RANJE FWAYE
  • UPC: 707966102020

DESCRIPTION

Cloves are one of the most important spices of commerce. It is a spice made from the flower buds of an evergreen tree called, appropriately enough, the clove tree (Syzygium aromaticum). Clove flower buds are harvested in their immature state and then dried. Whole cloves are shaped like a small, reddish-brown spike, usually around 1 centimeter in length, with a bulbous top. They are Native to the Maluku islands of Indonesia and are commonly used as spice. Cloves are harvested twice a year and are available throughout the year owning to different harvest seasons in different countries

Ground cloves can easily be made from whole cloves. Simply grind the whole cloves in a coffee grinder or spice mill.

TASTE

Ground Cloves are sweet and spicy with a pungent aroma that pairs well with allspice

COOKING WITH GROUND CLOVES

Cloves are an essential ingredient to many dishes but use a light hand as its flavor can easily be overpowering. Also use caution when using cloves in a dish that is left to stand, as they produce sharpness in the flavor. Ground cloves are a key ingredient to Chinese Five Spice. They can also be added to beef and pork dishes. Cloves combine well with apples, fruit cakes, salads, sweet potatoes, squash, and pot roasts.

USES

Though they have a strong flavor and should be used in small amounts so as to not overpower other flavors, cloves are a great addition to both sweet and savory dishes. They are often used in desserts like apple pie as well as pickling and mulling spice mixes, curries, rice, and in slow cooking broths and stews.

CULINARY- Ground Cloves are used by Americans to stud a baked ham and by the Germans in spiced breads.

HEALTH BENEFITS

Contain important nutrients. Cloves contain fiber, vitamins, and minerals, so using ground cloves to add flavor to your food can provide some important nutrients.

Help to protect against cancer

Improve liver health

May help to regulate blood sugar

May promote bone health

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