Natco Cloves are high-quality, intensely aromatic spices known for their strong, spicy flavor and medicinal properties. This 50g pack contains whole cloves, perfect for infusing both sweet and savory dishes with depth, from baked goods to rich curries and warming drinks.

Sample Recipe and Uses:

• Mulled Wine: Essential for seasoning mulled wine or cider during the holidays.
• Baking: Integral for flavoring cookies, cakes, and pies, especially during the festive season.
• It's also popular in marinades along with chopped onions and tomatoes. The chili imparts a rich red color when added to the sauce, making the dish a feast for the eyes.
• Aromatic Oils: Soak in oil to create infused oils for cooking or massage.

Curiosities:

• Cloves are the flower buds of the clove tree, harvested before they open.
• Historically, they were used in Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine to treat various ailments.
• Cloves contain eugenol, a compound that has antiseptic and analgesic properties.