Allspice Berries / Pimento
Dried Flowers Market
£1.89
Description
Add allspice berries to your dishes and feel the great taste.
Discover the advantages and properties of this wonderful spice. Allspice appeared in Europe only in the sixteenth century, but immediately gained great popularity. Originally, the herb comes from the areas of South and Central America, mainly grown in Mexico. This spice has a spicy aroma reminiscent of cloves with a hint of fruity notes. Allspice has in its composition essential oils, which are responsible for the characteristic smell of the plant. These are bitter and sharp notes that perfectly emphasize the taste of dishes and provide warming effects. Allspice is very popular in the Middle East. They are often added to dishes instead of salt and pepper.
Discover the advantages and properties of this wonderful spice. Allspice appeared in Europe only in the sixteenth century, but immediately gained great popularity. Originally, the herb comes from the areas of South and Central America, mainly grown in Mexico. This spice has a spicy aroma reminiscent of cloves with a hint of fruity notes. Allspice has in its composition essential oils, which are responsible for the characteristic smell of the plant. These are bitter and sharp notes that perfectly emphasize the taste of dishes and provide warming effects. Allspice is very popular in the Middle East. They are often added to dishes instead of salt and pepper.
Allspice seed - how does it affect the body?
The health properties of pimento berries positively affect the functioning of the whole organism. The plant is used in the case of such ailments as:
- colic
- bloating
- neuralgia
- rheumatism.
In addition, allspice has light antiseptic properties. It helps in the absorption of selenium, carotene and B vitamins.
Allspice - where to use
This spice is added to meat dishes (and it is the most popular form), soups, vegetables and even sweet dishes. It perfectly blends with venison, gives aroma to soups and sauces. Allspice is used as an addition to cabbage, stew and pickled cucumbers. It is an irreplaceable ingredient of marinades and canned meats. Allspice berries can also be added to compotes, cakes, liqueurs and even pancakes, due to the warm, spicy aroma.
Allspice Berries - how to use
The use of Allspice Berries in the form of grains is no different than using a ground version. The only step is to add the right amount of berries to the cooking or fried food. In this case, however, high temperature does not play such a big role. Allspice tastes good in any form, regardless of heating. With its use you can make delicious pickles and preserves. They will keep their freshness and aroma for a long time.