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Natco Ajwan (Carom, Ajwain) Seeds are widely used in Indian bread, gram flours snacks, dals, savoury pastries and are particularly delicious with vegetables.

Also called Kala Jeera this is a more rare form of cumin. Black Cumin is more subtle than brown cumin, the seeds are sweeter, smaller and have a more delicate taste. The first flavour is small, then it grows to a smokey black flavour like lapsang suchong. The after taste is slightly bitter with nuances of citrus and aniseed. Black Cumin is used in many Indian curries and tandooris. To bring out the nutty flavour, the seeds are best toasted slightly before use. Bunium persicum or black cumin is a plant in the family Apiaceae. It is used as a common culinary spice in Northern India, Tajikistan and Iran but outside these areas use is rare. There is a common confusion between Bunium persicum and Nigella Sativa which is also commonly called Kala Jeera and used predominantly in Bengali cookery. You can buy Nigella Sativa or Kalwonji here. Black Cumin was discovered in Tutankhamen's tomb, implying that it played an important role in ancient Egyptian practices. Black Cumin's role in Egyptian culture is not fully understood, but it is known that items entombed that items placed in a kings tomb were selected as important for use in the afterlife. The earliest known reference to black cumin is in the Book of Isiah in the Old Testament where Isiah compares the differences between reaping wheat and black cumin. When ingested, black cumin seeds and extracts can be used for a number of conditions. They have been used for centuries to treat digestive problems including stomach pain and flatulence. Black cumin seeds also have a long history in the natural treatment of asthma and other respiratory conditions. Compounds from the seeds appear to have antimicrobial properties, and are sometimes used to treat urinary tract infections. Oil from black cumin seeds can be used topically to treat dry skin, eczema and other skin issues. In addition, black cumin seeds are sometimes used in beauty regimens to strengthen hair and nails, as well as making them more glossy. A beneficial tea can be made by infusing the seeds with boiling hot water.

Mix Masala is a traditional blend of whole spices used in curries, biryanis and spice blend. Ingredients: Black Cardamoms, Cloves, Black Pepper, Coriander Seeds, Cumin Seeds, Cassia Bark and Bay Leaves.

Product: Powa Rice Flakes Medium Brand: Heera Net Weight: 1kg

Spice blend for Mutton meat curry.

Yellow peas are husked and about quarter inch wide and pale yellow in color. These delicious peas, wholesome peas are used in dishes across the world and are an excellent choice for thick and hearty dals or soups.

Also available in 300g Heat Sealed Storage Store in a cool dry place We also recommend that this product be placed into an airtight container as soon as the packet is opened.

Amchoor powder, also called "Amchur" or "Aamchoor" in Hindi, Amchoor translates literally as "mango powder"! Made from dried slices of immature green mangoes which are then ground into a powder, the colour of the ground spice is brownish-beige. the flavour is slightly acid/sweet.

Natco Multi grain flour is great for people who require many types of vitamins. This flour is used for making recipes. The multi grain flour consists of: wheat, soyabean, oats, chickpeas, maize, red millet, flax seeds, pearl millet, juvar / sorghum and psyllium husk.

MDH Chaat Masala is a traditional Indian spice blend that combines a tangy taste from the black salt and a hint of sweetness from the amchur (dried mango powder). Perfect for a range of dishes including salads and savouries.

Brown lentils provide an much earthier flavour then the red lentils.

Made with tomato and chilli, Gluten free, No artificial colours, Suitable for vegetarians.

Also called phool makhana or lotus seeds or makhanas or fox nuts or euryale ferox or gorgon nuts

Commonly known as ‘Kala chana’ (Hindi) in India, chickpeas are a part of the vegetarian diet in India. These are basically legumes belonging to the Fabaceae family. The plants are short in height and are mostly found in tropical and subtropical regions. The seeds are excellent sources of protein. There are generally two varieties of chickpeas, ‘desi’ and ‘kabuli’. The ‘desi’ variety comprises of darker smaller seeds having a rough outer covering whereas the ‘kabuli’ variety are comparatively larger light colored beans with a smoother coat.

Kala chana is an Indian name for garbanzo beans, or chickpeas -- also known as Bengal gram in India. Indian garbanzo beans are smaller and darker than garbanzo beans grown in more temperate regions.

Patak's Lime Pickle, Mixed with authentic spices Can be eaten with any other food you fancy Great quality product from Patak

Pataks brinjal pickle 312g additional dietry information - produce of gbdairy, gluton, vegetarian, wheat, egg, celery, lupin, milk, sesame seed, soy bean, sulphur dioxide, maize, citric acid, crustacean, mollusc, fish

Deliciously sweet and smooth, this favourite Indian dal is delicious with vegetables.