Exotic Spices
Spices and their medical benefit Indian spices not only taste and aroma to the food, but they passes medicinal value as well. Many Indian spices like celery, coriander, cumin and mint have proved to cure diseases ranging from cold to cough to cancerous tumours.
How to store spices to maintain maximum quality Use the following guidelines for storing your spices and herbs to maintain maximum quality. To prevent flavour and colour
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Store in tightly covered containers
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Store in a dark place away from sunlight inside cupboard or drawer
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Avoid storage above the dishwasher, microwave, stove and refrigerator or near a sink or heating vent
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If storing in an open spice rack, store in site away from heat, light and moisture
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Avoid sprinkling dried spices and herbs directly from a container into a steaming pot to prevent moisture from entering the container
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Use dry spoon to measure spices and herbs from a container
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Keep these points in mind when storing in the refrigerator and freezer. Refrigerate paprika, chilli powder and red peppers during summer or in hotter climates
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Spices and herbs can get wet if condensation forms when a cold container is removed from the refrigerator or freezer