Egypt is famous for its spices & these are used in homes & restaurants all across the country. They are a secret ingredient in many recipes, handed down from generation to generation. Spices are sold on the streets & in the souks & are a must have on your shopping list.
Take a look at the journey of some of Egypt’s classic spices.
Is a strong smelling spice with a spicy, slightly bitter taste. It is used for seasoning poultry dishes, cream soups. Turmeric is a very aromatic spice that works well with beans, soya & lentils.
Is the most expensive spice in the world. It gives a unique aroma and pleasant golden colour to rice dishes, sauces, soups and cakes. Saffron is also known as aphrodisiac.
Is one of the most valuable oil plants because of its high nutritional value as it contains a lot of vitamin E. Sesame oil increases the platelet content in the blood, to help with clotting.
Is used in Chinese and Indian cuisine. Egyptians use fresh coriander in salads and also coriander seeds as they are ideal for meat (mutton, pork, venison) and for sauces, vegetable marinades.
Is used in a famous bedouin tea served to tourists in Egypt. Although mint tea is served with lots of sugar - it retains its amazing aroma and properties. According to the Bedouin, it has a beneficial effect on digestion, as well as medicinal properties and improves the work of the digestive system.
Is a plant whose properties were appreciated by the ancient Egyptians. They said that black cumin and the oil made from it is "gold of the pharaohs" as they thought it could cure everything except death. Black cumin is not only a tasty spice but is also a powerful element in health.
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