Black Pepper
Pepper - The King of Spices, Pepper is best purchased whole, as freshly ground pepper is vastly superior to the ready ground powder
Nutmeg | Jathikai
The aroma of nutmeg is as delicious as its taste: it is best used as an addition to sweet recipes like puddings and pies. It can also be used on meat dishes for an added flavour enhancer.
Star Anise
A tiny petal of Star Anise can add whole new dimensions of flavour and aroma, making it the perfect secret ingredient for a wide range of dishes that would otherwise feel too straightforward.
Turmeric Stick | Kizhangu Manjal
Turmeric is the root stalk of a tropical plant that's part of the ginger family. One of the main components of the spice is a substance called curcumin which has potentially healing properties.