Valley Spice

Coriander or cilantro is an integral part of Indian kitchens. Used fresh, as dried whole seeds or as coriander powder , it adds a distinct taste and aroma to the dish. One of the oldest Indian spices, it lends itself beautifully to nay and every dish it is used in. Coriander is considered both a spice and herb. Fresh coriander leaves are herbs and bring a pleasant and refreshing taste to the dish, it is garnished with. It is also used extensively in Indian kitchens to make lip-smacking coriander chutneys. The whole seeds (sabut dhaniya) and coriander powder ( dhaniya powder ) are the spices we use in our dishes. Apart from adding taste and flavour to our food, livening up our marinades, coriander adds immense value to our health as well. Coriander is a godsend, whether added to our food or as part of home remedies. Coriander Powder Benefits  A rich source of iron, folate, vitamins A, K & C, dietary fibre, magnesium, calcium and potassium, coriander is known to h...

Salt and black pepper powder have been doing the tango on dining tables across the world for ages now. Also known as ‘Kali Mirch’ in India, this smoky, pungent and sharp spice brings a unique flavour to the food, while also giving the character of the other ingredients in the dish a boost. Black pepper powder stimulates the appetite, giving the dish a gentle kick because of its warming properties. The aromatic spice is used both as a powder and in the whole form as black peppercorns and is an essential ingredient in many dishes. Apart from lending its characteristic flavour and taste to the dishes, black pepper benefits our health in a big way as well. An excellent source of iron, vitamin K, B6, C and E, manganese, zinc, calcium and thiamine, black pepper also contains folate and dietary fibre. Listed below is a snippet of the many ways black pepper benefits us The bioactive compound, piperine, in the spice has impressive antioxidant properties which help fight inf...