Allspice | Asenzya | Allspice is comprised of dried, dark brown berries of an evergreen tree. Its flavor is similar to clove, but smoother and mellower, with undertones of cinnamon and nutmeg. It is also called pimento. Used as a spice, Allspice finds application in marinades...veja mais Allspice is comprised of dried, dark brown berries of an evergreen tree. Its flavor is similar to clove, but smoother and mellower, with undertones of cinnamon and nutmeg. It is also called pimento. Used as a spice, Allspice finds application in marinades, stocks, stews, pickled foods, curries, fruit/spice cakes, preserves, and relishes. veja menos | |
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...veja mais 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. veja menos | |
Anise-Star | Asenzya | Anise-Star is comprised of large, brown, star-shaped fruit of an evergreen tree. It has an anise-like flavor and has been traditionally used as an ingredient in pickling. Used as a spice, Anise-Star finds application in Asian cuisines, tea flavoring, liqu...veja mais Anise-Star is comprised of large, brown, star-shaped fruit of an evergreen tree. It has an anise-like flavor and has been traditionally used as an ingredient in pickling. Used as a spice, Anise-Star finds application in Asian cuisines, tea flavoring, liqueurs, and baked goods. In its ground form, it is an ingredient in Chinese Five Spice. veja menos | |
Basil | Asenzya | Basil is comprised of bright green leaves of an herb in the mint family. It is especially well-suited for tomato-flavored products. Used as a spice, it finds application in Chartreuse liqueur, salads, vegetable soups, spaghetti sauces, pizza, and other I...veja mais Basil is comprised of bright green leaves of an herb in the mint family. It is especially well-suited for tomato-flavored products. Used as a spice, it finds application in Chartreuse liqueur, salads, vegetable soups, spaghetti sauces, pizza, and other Italian cuisine. veja menos | |
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...veja mais 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. veja menos | |
Cardamom | Asenzya | Cardamom is comprised of dark seeds grown in pods of a plant in the ginger family. It has a sweet, exotic flavor used in Indian, Arabian, and Scandinavian dishes. Used as a spice, it finds application in coffee, wine, liqueurs, pickles, punches, puddings,...veja mais Cardamom is comprised of dark seeds grown in pods of a plant in the ginger family. It has a sweet, exotic flavor used in Indian, Arabian, and Scandinavian dishes. Used as a spice, it finds application in coffee, wine, liqueurs, pickles, punches, puddings, custards, pies, pastries, and cookies. veja menos | |
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. | |
Chervil | Asenzya | Chervil is comprised of lacy, fern-like leaves of a plant in the parsley family. It is similar to parsley in flavor but is sweeter and more aromatic. It has an anise-like fragrance with a slight pepper note. Used as a spice, it finds application in fresh ...veja mais Chervil is comprised of lacy, fern-like leaves of a plant in the parsley family. It is similar to parsley in flavor but is sweeter and more aromatic. It has an anise-like fragrance with a slight pepper note. Used as a spice, it finds application in fresh salads, sauces, vinegar, omelets, and cottage/cream cheeses. veja menos | |
Chili Pepper | Asenzya | Chili Pepper is comprised of large, mildly pungent pods of California-type peppers. It has a slightly spicy flavor and aroma. Used as a spice, it finds application in a variety of recipes where heat is desirable. | |
Chives | Asenzya | Chives are tubular green leaves and a member of the onion family. It has a mild onion flavor and finds application in sour cream, soups, salads, vegetable dishes, eggs, cottage cheese, dips, and garnishes. | |
Cilantro | Asenzya | Cilantro is comprised of the green leaves of the coriander plant, a member of the parsley family. It has a strong exotic flavor, which is parsley-like with an almost citric taste. Used as a spice, it finds application in Mexican foods, salsa, picante, Ind...veja mais Cilantro is comprised of the green leaves of the coriander plant, a member of the parsley family. It has a strong exotic flavor, which is parsley-like with an almost citric taste. Used as a spice, it finds application in Mexican foods, salsa, picante, Indian chutney, and curry. veja menos | |
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...veja mais 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. veja menos | |
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. | |
Cumin | Asenzya | Cumin is comprised of small, elongated, yellowish-brown seeds of a plant in the parsley family. It has a strong flavor which tends to dominate foods. It is used as a spice and is essential in chili powder and curries. | |
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, ...veja mais 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. veja menos | |
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 ...veja mais 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. veja menos | |
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...veja mais 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. veja menos | |
Fenugreek | Asenzya | Fenugreek is comprised of very small, reddish-brown seeds and is a member of the pea family. It has a pleasantly bitter flavor and curry-like aroma. Used as a spice, it is essential in the formation of curry powders and is the basis for imitation maple. | |
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. | |
Mace | Asenzya | Mace is comprised of lacy, orange-colored aril that surrounds the seed of the nutmeg fruit. It has a similar odor to nutmeg but is slightly more pungent. Used as a spice, it finds application in baked goods, sweets, fruits, whipped cream, and chocolate. | |
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...veja mais 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. veja menos | |
Mint | Asenzya | Mint is comprised of dark green leaves of either the peppermint or spearmint plant. It is strong and aromatic. Used as a spice, it finds application in candies, sweets, gum, and tea. | |
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...veja mais 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. veja menos | |
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...veja mais 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. veja menos | |
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...veja mais 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. veja menos | |
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. | |
Peppercorn-White | Asenzya | Peppercorn-White is a light tan-colored seed of the pepper berry, from which the dark outer husk is removed. This product contains the heat of black peppercorn but not the total bouquet. It is used in gravies, soups, sauces, and in recipes where light col...veja mais Peppercorn-White is a light tan-colored seed of the pepper berry, from which the dark outer husk is removed. This product contains the heat of black peppercorn but not the total bouquet. It is used in gravies, soups, sauces, and in recipes where light color is important. veja menos | |
Poppy Seed | Asenzya | Poppy Seed is comprised of seeds ranging in color from white to a slate shade, sometimes considered blue in commercial classification. It has a crunchy, pleasant, nutty taste. Used as a condiment, it finds applications in baked goods and pastries due to t...veja mais Poppy Seed is comprised of seeds ranging in color from white to a slate shade, sometimes considered blue in commercial classification. It has a crunchy, pleasant, nutty taste. Used as a condiment, it finds applications in baked goods and pastries due to the seed's nutty odor and flavor. veja menos | |
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...veja mais 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. veja menos | |
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. | |
Saffron | Asenzya | Saffron is comprised of dried flower stigmas of a member of the crocus family. It is the most expensive spice, and its aroma and flavor cannot be duplicated. Used as a spice, it finds applications in cakes, bouillabaisse, stews, sauces, and rice dishes. S...veja mais Saffron is comprised of dried flower stigmas of a member of the crocus family. It is the most expensive spice, and its aroma and flavor cannot be duplicated. Used as a spice, it finds applications in cakes, bouillabaisse, stews, sauces, and rice dishes. Saffron imparts a deep yellow color. veja menos | |
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...veja mais 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. veja menos | |
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...veja mais 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. veja menos | |
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...veja mais 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. veja menos |