Know Your Spices Better

Nepali food heritage is a culmination of aromatic blends ingrained in traditional cuisines. Spices enhance flavour of meals and enrich it therapeutically. Its use in boosting immunity can be traced to ancient medieval ages. Spices like Turmeric, Coriander, Cumin, Chillies, Fenugreek, Ginger and Garlic are central to an authentic Nepali meal. The use of Cloves, Pepper, Cinnamon, Cardamom, Fennel, Ajowan, Nutmeg, Bay-leaf are limited to special recipes. An indispensable ingredient for cooking, spices need to be free from any form of health hazards, be it chemical, microbial or physical.