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Lemongrass’s aroma is similar to that of ginger, with a refreshingly tart, citrus-like flavor. Freeze-dried lemongrass has a very long-lasting aroma, while lemongrass dried naturally in the open air loses its volatile oils and does not last as long. History…

Laurel is a French word, called laurel or bay leaf in English and laurel in Japanese. It is native to the Eastern Mediterranean region, but has long been cultivated in Northern Europe and the United States. The bay leaf has…

Fresh leaves have a grassy, astringent taste with a faint pungency. Dried leaves, on the other hand, have a nice hay-like aroma. Fresh seeds have a unique aroma. Fenugreek grows in fertile soil with plenty of sunlight and is harvested for both its leaves and seeds.

There are several plants that are useful to cooks as both herbs and spices, of which cilantro is the most widely used. The leaves may be more familiar to you as pak choi. This spice also has a variety of medicinal benefits, such as relieving fatigue, sterilizing, and acting as a stomachic and intestinal cleanser.

The aroma of cumin is strong and heavy, spicy and sweet. The taste has a warm depth of bitterness. It has a subtly bitter, intense flavor, with a lingering pungency and sharp earthiness. It is said to have medicinal effects such as promoting digestion, boosting the immune system, acting as an antioxidant, and helping with weight loss.

Cardamom is a spice that gives off a strong aroma but also has a mild, fruity penetrating quality. It is also called "the queen of spices" because of its aroma. It has a very long history and has been used as an herbal medicine and spice since BC. It is said to have medicinal effects such as intestinal regulation, deodorizing, and perspiration.

Three aromatic spices Allspice Allspice gives off a pleasant, warm aroma. It also has a pungent flavor similar to a tangy compound. Most of the aroma is found in the husk, not the seeds. Hand-picked when the plump berries are…

Turmeric is crunchy, with a gingery citrus aroma and a pleasant earthy flavor. Dried turmeric has a floral citrus and ginger aroma mixed with a complex, dark woody flavor. It is said to have medicinal effects such as increasing appetite, improving blood flow, and activating brain function.