Red dates are an edible fruit with a hard pit inside and grows from a deciduous tree shrub. When immature, the fruit has a smooth green skin with a consistency and flavor similar to an apple. When ripe, the fruit has a sweeter taste, turns brown and the skin begins to wrinkle.
Goji berries are known as Gou Qi Zi (also known as wolfberries, boxthorn, and matrimony vine) and have been part of the Chinese diet for over 2000 years and a common Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) supplement to prevent many ailments. The goji berries are red/deep orange in color and about the size of a raisin when dried.
Soybeans or soya beans (Glycine max) are a type of legume native to eastern Asia. They are an important component of Asian diets and have been consumed for thousands of years. Today, they are mainly grown in Asia and South and North America. Various soy products are available, including soy flour, soy protein, tofu, soy milk, soy sauce, and soybean oil.
Native to the Americas, kidney beans are so called because of their shape and come in very many sizes and colours, from ivory-white to blood-red and black. Although differing a little in flavour and looks, they are often interchangeable in recipes.
Barley is a great addition for health conscious businesses, thanks to its high fiber, potassium and vitamin B content. Plus, the signature nutty flavor makes it a staple ingredient to stock in your pantry. It's excellent for both flavoring and thickening your signature soups and stews as well. Plus, unlike canned barley, this is easy to portion out as needed and store away when not in use.
Dried shrimp are shrimp that have been sun-dried and shrunk to a thumbnail size. They are used in many East Asian, Southeast Asian and South Asian cuisines, imparting a unique umami taste. A handful of shrimp is generally used for dishes. The flavors of this ingredient are released when allowed to simmer.
Dried chillies or dried peppers are added into stir-fries, curries and even soups to add some spiciness to the flavour. The usage of dried chillies does not only makes the dish spicy but also provides a stronger taste and colour to the dish compared to fresh chillies.
Dried chillies or dried peppers are added into stir-fries, curries and even soups to add some spiciness to the flavour. The usage of dried chillies does not only makes the dish spicy but also provides a stronger taste and colour to the dish compared to fresh chillies.
Cumin is a flowering plant in the family Apiaceae, native to the Irano-Turanian Region. Its seeds – each one contained within a fruit, which is dried – are used in the cuisines of many cultures in both whole and ground form.
Coriander or Dhaniya powder is a must have spices ingredient in all Indian Households. It adds a mild flavour and aroma to sweet and savoury food preparations
Coriander or Dhaniya powder is a must have spices ingredient in all Indian Households. It adds a mild flavour and aroma to sweet and savoury food preparations.
It's essentially white cane sugar that hasn't been refined yet. Black sugar is typically made by boiling sugarcane juice until it turns into a dark syrup. That syrup is then cooled, leaving dark brown-black blocks of sugar.
Mini pickled silverskin onions for garnishing cocktails or for snacks. Perfect for Martinis. Preserved in vinegar. Store in a cool dry place, once opened, keep refrigerated and use within 8 weeks. Ideal for commercial or home use
