| Anise Seed | Asenzya | Anise Seed is comprised of small, gray-brown seeds of a plant in the parsley family. It has a licorice-like flavor, and its oil is thus used heavily in licorice flavoring. Used as a spice, Anise Seed also finds application in liqueurs, candy, breads, frui...view more Anise Seed is comprised of small, gray-brown seeds of a plant in the parsley family. It has a licorice-like flavor, and its oil is thus used heavily in licorice flavoring. Used as a spice, Anise Seed also finds application in liqueurs, candy, breads, fruits desserts, sauces, cakes, cookies, and meat dishes. view less | |
| Bay Leaves | Asenzya | Bay Leaves are large, olive-green leaves of the sweet bay or laurel tree. It has a pungent scent and is commonly used in its original, whole-leaf form. Used as an aromatic, it finds application in marinades, soups, stews, pickles, sauces, meat, and fish. | |
| Caraway | Asenzya | Caraway is comprised of hard, brown, scimitar-shaped seeds of an herb in the parsley family. It has a nutty, delicate, anise-like flavor and is used in German, Austrian, and Hungarian cuisine. Used as a spice, it finds application in breads, sauerkraut, c...view more Caraway is comprised of hard, brown, scimitar-shaped seeds of an herb in the parsley family. It has a nutty, delicate, anise-like flavor and is used in German, Austrian, and Hungarian cuisine. Used as a spice, it finds application in breads, sauerkraut, cheese, noodles, roast pork, goulash, roast apples, and Kummel liqueur. view less | |
| Celery Seed | Asenzya | Celery Seed is the fruit of the wild celery plant. It has a strong flavor and thus is used sparingly. Used as spice, it finds application in salad dressings, potato salad, pickles, vegetables, fish, roasts, soups, croquettes, and canapé mixtures. | |
| Cinnamon | Asenzya | Cinnamon is the bark of various evergreen trees in the cinnamomum family. It is reddish-brown in color and has a strong flavor. It is used as a spice and finds application in baked goods, chocolate, sauces, and meat dishes. | |
| Cloves | Asenzya | Cloves are comprised of the unopened flower buds of an evergreen tree. They have an intriguing, nail-like shape that makes an exotic garnish and a strong flavor when used in ground form. Used as a spice, it finds application in ham, pork, beets, sweet pot...view more Cloves are comprised of the unopened flower buds of an evergreen tree. They have an intriguing, nail-like shape that makes an exotic garnish and a strong flavor when used in ground form. Used as a spice, it finds application in ham, pork, beets, sweet potatoes, boiled onions, and squash. view less | |
| Coriander | Asenzya | Coriander is comprised of small, round, buff-colored seeds of the coriander plant. It has a sweet, musty, mild, and delicate aroma with a lemon and sage undertones. Used as a spice, it finds application in steak, kidney, and oyster pie and in pickling. | |
| Dill Seed | Asenzya | Dill Seed is comprised of small, oval-shaped, tan seeds of the dill weed plant. It has a mild aroma similar to caraway. Used as a spice, it finds application in meat, poultry, fish, seafood, dips, pickles, stews, soups, salads, sauces, dressings, breads, ...view more Dill Seed is comprised of small, oval-shaped, tan seeds of the dill weed plant. It has a mild aroma similar to caraway. Used as a spice, it finds application in meat, poultry, fish, seafood, dips, pickles, stews, soups, salads, sauces, dressings, breads, and egg dishes. view less | |
| Dill Weed | Asenzya | Dill Weed is comprised of the green, feathery leaves of the dill plant. It has a mild aroma similar to caraway. Used as a spice, it finds application in meat, poultry, fish, seafood, dips, pickles, stews, soups, salads, sauces, dressings, breads, and egg ...view more Dill Weed is comprised of the green, feathery leaves of the dill plant. It has a mild aroma similar to caraway. Used as a spice, it finds application in meat, poultry, fish, seafood, dips, pickles, stews, soups, salads, sauces, dressings, breads, and egg dishes. view less | |
| Fennel | Asenzya | Fennel is a small, yellowish-brown, watermelon-shaped seed and a member of the parsley family. It has an anise-like flavor. It is the distinctive note in hot and sweet Italian sausages. Used as a spice, it finds application in sweet pickles, poultry, live...view more Fennel is a small, yellowish-brown, watermelon-shaped seed and a member of the parsley family. It has an anise-like flavor. It is the distinctive note in hot and sweet Italian sausages. Used as a spice, it finds application in sweet pickles, poultry, liver, veal, pork, spaghetti sauce, and sausages. view less | |
| Ginger | Asenzya | Ginger is comprised of the dried roots of a member of the zingiber family. It can be used whole, cracked, or ground. Used as a spice, it finds application in pickles, baked goods, vegetables, Chinese dishes, and meats. | |
| Marjoram | Asenzya | Marjoram is comprised of grayish-green leaves and is a member of the mint family. It is a cousin of oregano with a milder, sweeter flavor. Used as a spice, it finds application in stews, soups, stuffing, lamb, vegetables, and cottage cheese. It loses flav...view more Marjoram is comprised of grayish-green leaves and is a member of the mint family. It is a cousin of oregano with a milder, sweeter flavor. Used as a spice, it finds application in stews, soups, stuffing, lamb, vegetables, and cottage cheese. It loses flavor in cooking and must be added last. view less | |
| Mustard | Asenzya | Mustard is comprised of tiny, yellow or brownish seeds and is a member of the cabbage family. Yellow or white seeds have a sharp bit, but no aromatic pungency, while brown sees are aromatically pungent as well as biting. Used as a spice, it finds applicat...view more Mustard is comprised of tiny, yellow or brownish seeds and is a member of the cabbage family. Yellow or white seeds have a sharp bit, but no aromatic pungency, while brown sees are aromatically pungent as well as biting. Used as a spice, it finds application in pickling, relishes, salads, casseroles, vegetables, and meats. view less | |
| Nutmeg | Asenzya | Nutmeg is the brown seed of the fruit of an evergreen tree. It has a warm, sweet, and spicy flavor. Used as a spice, it finds applications in baked goods, puddings, sauces, soups, beverages, fish, and vegetables. | |
| Oregano | Asenzya | Oregano is comprised of the light green leaves of members of the mint family. It is strong and aromatic. The flat leaf is mild and the curly leaf is used for garnishes. Used as a spice, it finds applications in Italian dishes, meats, fish, cheese, eggs, a...view more Oregano is comprised of the light green leaves of members of the mint family. It is strong and aromatic. The flat leaf is mild and the curly leaf is used for garnishes. Used as a spice, it finds applications in Italian dishes, meats, fish, cheese, eggs, and vegetables as well as enhancing the flavor of most non-sweet foods. view less | |
| Paprika | Asenzya | Paprika is milled in powder form from the flesh of pods of certain capsicum plants. Its flavor ranges from sweet and mild to mildly pungent. Used as a spice, it finds applications in Spanish and Hungarian dishes, sausages, and goulash. | |
| Parsley | Asenzya | Parsley is comprised of bright green leaves of the parsley plant. Flat leaf parsley is mild but enhances the flavor of most non-sweet foods. Curl leaf parsley is used for garnish. Used as a spice, it finds applications in sauces, butter blends, soups, egg...view more Parsley is comprised of bright green leaves of the parsley plant. Flat leaf parsley is mild but enhances the flavor of most non-sweet foods. Curl leaf parsley is used for garnish. Used as a spice, it finds applications in sauces, butter blends, soups, eggs, fish, seafood, meat, and fowl and enhances the flavor of most non-sweet foods. view less | |
| Peppercorn-Black | Asenzya | Peppercorn-Black is comprised of dried, mature berries of a tropical vine. It has medium heat and is used mainly for various forms of ground pepper. As a spice, it has numerous applications including sauces, soups, meat, poultry, and seafood. | |
| Peppercorn-Green | Asenzya | Peppercorn-Green is comprised of dried, immature berries of a tropical vine. It is picked while green, resulting in a more mild flavor. Used as a spice, it finds application in whole peppercorn blends. | |
| Peppercorn-Pink | Asenzya | Peppercorn-Pink is comprised of dried red berries of a shrub-like evergreen. It has no relation to black pepper and its proper term is rose baises. Used as a spice, it is normally found in whole peppercorn blends. | |
| Red Pepper | Asenzya | Red Pepper is comprised of the dried fruit (pods) of various small, hot peppers. Red pepper is the current industry designation for any ground red pepper and is ground from the hottest chilies. Used as a spice, it gives heat to vegetables, meats, fish, eg...view more Red Pepper is comprised of the dried fruit (pods) of various small, hot peppers. Red pepper is the current industry designation for any ground red pepper and is ground from the hottest chilies. Used as a spice, it gives heat to vegetables, meats, fish, eggs, gravies, and sauces. view less | |
| Rosemary | Asenzya | Rosemary is comprised of green, needle-like leaves of a shrub in the mint family. It has an intense peppery-mint flavor. Used as a spice, it finds applications in lamb, chicken, shrimp, citrus fruits, and vegetables. | |
| Sage | Asenzya | Sage is comprised of long, slender leaves that become silver-gray when dried. Belonging to the mint family, it has a medicinal, minty flavor. Used as a spice, it finds applications in meats, stuffing, sausages, fish, salad dressings, and soups. | |
| Savory | Asenzya | Savory is comprised of small leaves and is a member of the mint family. The leaves become greenish-brown when dried and have a slightly bitter taste. Used as a spice, it finds applications in sausages, beans, stuffing and bouquet garni. | |
| Sesame Seed | Asenzya | Sesame Seed is comprised of small, ovaloid, pearly-white seeds of a member of the Pedaliacae family. It is crunchy with a sweet, nutty flavor. It may be used in the place of nuts and finds applications in breads, cakes, pies, biscuits, meat loaves, stuffi...view more Sesame Seed is comprised of small, ovaloid, pearly-white seeds of a member of the Pedaliacae family. It is crunchy with a sweet, nutty flavor. It may be used in the place of nuts and finds applications in breads, cakes, pies, biscuits, meat loaves, stuffing, salads, and in butter for vegetables. view less | |
| Tarragon | Asenzya | Tarragon is comprised of slender, dark-green leaves of a member of the aster family. It has a distinct flavor, which has a hint of anise. Used as a spice, it finds application most commonly in vinegar, but also in chicken, seafood, tartar, sauces, and sea...view more Tarragon is comprised of slender, dark-green leaves of a member of the aster family. It has a distinct flavor, which has a hint of anise. Used as a spice, it finds application most commonly in vinegar, but also in chicken, seafood, tartar, sauces, and seafood. view less | |
| Thyme | Asenzya | Thyme is comprised of grayish, green leaves of a member of the mint family. It is an especially strong herb, which has a fresh, slightly minty flavor. Used as a spice, it finds application in Clam chowder and other soups, sauces, stuffing, stews, meat, fi...view more Thyme is comprised of grayish, green leaves of a member of the mint family. It is an especially strong herb, which has a fresh, slightly minty flavor. Used as a spice, it finds application in Clam chowder and other soups, sauces, stuffing, stews, meat, fish, poultry, and tomato dishes. view less | |
| Turmeric | Asenzya | Turmeric is comprised of orange-colored roots of a member of the ginger family. It has a slightly bitter and dry taste and imparts a golden coloration. Used as spice, it finds applications in curries, mustard, potatoes, rice, chicken, and eggs. |
