Spices of cinnamon, anise, cardamom, pepper from Vietnam
Spices of cinnamon, anise, cardamom, pepper from Vietnam
Anise, cinnamon, cardamom, pepper… are powdered spices indispensable in many dishes of oriental cuisine. With unique aromas and processed into many different forms such as spice powder, leaf form, whole grain form, … star anise, cinnamon, cardamom not only enhances the flavor of dishes but also brings to many health benefits.
What is anise, cinnamon, cardamom?
Anise, cinnamon, cardamom are indispensable names when it comes to spices of plant origin.
Star anise is actually a fruit from the star anise tree, which is likened to a “precious like a thousand gold” herb. Star anise seeds spread like petals, have a pinkish-brown color when ripe, known as a fragrant spice. .
Cinnamon is considered a precious wood, the bark of cinnamon after drying will have a curled, tubular shape, with a curved thin shape of 3-5cm wide. The medicinal surface is reddish brown or dark brown, easily broken, with few fibers. Aromatic herbal aroma, sweet spicy taste.
Cardamom is an oblong or elliptical capsule that is reddish brown, dark brown or purple in color. Cardamom has a sweet, slightly bitter taste and a strong odor.
Uses of anise, cinnamon, cardamom
In cooking: anise, cinnamon, cardamom are the ingredients to create aroma for stews, soups, help to remove the fishy smell of meat and fish, create an attractive aroma and stimulate the taste buds. In addition, this is also one of the main ingredients that make up five-spice powder for cooking.
For health: In ancient times, these herbs and spices were also considered rare products, used as medicine, perfume, flavoring. With its hot and hot properties and moderate spiciness, we can see some of the benefits of cinnamon, anise, and cardamom, such as:
Support the treatment of diseases such as colds, headaches, abdominal pain, digestive diseases and diseases of bones and joints.
Improve blood circulation, protect the heart and reduce the risk of stroke
Neutralizes acid levels in the stomach thereby limiting diseases such as stomach ulcers,…
Helps burn energy in the body, eliminate harmful toxins
Treat some respiratory problems such as whooping cough, asthma, bronchitis, …
In addition, anise, cinnamon, cardamom also have the effect of beautifying the skin, treating acne, reducing dark spots, preventing aging, and treating hair loss in women.
The indispensable dishes of anise, cinnamon, cardamom
Typical spices such as anise, cinnamon, and cardamom always contribute to delicious dishes with a strong aroma, typically beef noodle soup. In addition, these spices are also used in grilled dishes, bone stews, pan-fried, such as duck noodles, pan-fried salmon, …
Note when using and storing anise, cinnamon, cardamom
With the characteristic of warm, hot taste, these spices should be used in food processing and body care in moderate doses. If used in excess will cause adverse effects on the body such as stomach ulcers, indigestion….
Anise, cinnamon, cardamom are easy to store, just put in a cool, dry place, avoid humid places, you can use it for a long time without worrying about mold.
Where to buy star anise, cinnamon, cardamom?
You can buy spices anise, cinnamon, dried cardamom at MinhDai.com with best quality, best price for importers. In addition, you can also be assured of the quality and price of the product. MinhDai.com wholesale supplier provides a full range of certificates, origin of goods, and documents at the request of buyers.
The cost of anise, cinnamon, cardamom, …
In general, the cost of dried spices such as anise, cinnamon, and cardamom is quite high because they are harvested and processed very carefully, bringing high quality. The price for the product ranges from 8,000 – 125,000 VND depending on the type of product and the volume of each type.
