One of the most popular spices used in rice dishes. The large oval-shaped black pods release a warm, aromatic flavor. Unlike the green pods, this cardamom is rarely used in deserts and sweet dishes. Black cardamom is now a staple in African, Indian and Middle Eastern cooking. Because of the drying process which involves roasting over open fires, black cardamom has a unique smoky flavor and is just excellent in rice. Use sparingly as it has a rich flavour.
Natco Kashmiri Chilli Powder is made from the ground dry-roasted skins of red chillies. Chilli powder is used generously in a wide variety of Indian dishes. It is extremely hot and adds heat and red colour to dishes. Chilli powder is an essential ingredient in a Vindaloo base.
Chillies are high in Vitamin C and are said to have beneficial properties for blood circulation and purification and also have the ability to destroy toxins naturally. There are over 20 varieties of chillies from which chilli powder is made.
The fresh tender green leaves of the fenugreek plant, called Methi have a bitter-sweet flavour and are widely consumed as a regular green vegetable in Indian cooking. Shana Methi is chopped and may be used immediately from frozen, making them a tidy and convenient way of enjoying the vegetable at its best.