Sunflower Oil contains high levels of polyunsaturates and also has a high Vitamin E content which helps prevent rancidity. It is considered a superb salad oil and is a great addition to tossed fruit, vegetable or pasta salads.
For all frying, baking & salads, High in polyunsaturates and vitamin E, Suitable for vegetarians.
These have a warm aroma and a sweetish taste like aniseed. Tastes great with seafood, pork, stuffings, sauces, pickles and some curries. In India it is chewed as a natural breath freshener and as an aid to digestion.
Available in 1Kg bag.
A tropical herb of the ginger family. A colourful, mildly aromatic and versatile spice used in most Indian dishes. Use sparingly.
Turmeric keeps for only a few months so replace regularly.
Available in 1Kg bag.
Coriander seed is possibly the most important ingredient in Indian curries and dried roasted Coriander seeds or dhana dal are eaten as a snack. Coriander seeds are also an essential ingredient in tagines.
Coriander goes well with ham and pork, especially when orange is included. It enhances fish dishes and, with other spices, may form a delicious coating for spiced fish or chicken, rubbed into the scored flesh and grilled...
Available in 750g.
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.
Whole Mace from Heera. Mace is the lacy outer covering of nutmeg. A highly valued spice. Mace has a rich aroma and a strong, warm taste. Mace is best used sparingly in sauces, soups, desserts, meals and fish desserts.