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Grains of Paradise Seeds

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Original price $14.95 - Original price $508.50
Original price
$14.95
$14.95 - $508.50
Current price $14.95
Size: 40 g / 1.41 oz
Grains of Paradise: A Hidden Gem from West Africa.Hailing from the captivating lands of West Africa, Grains of Paradise, also known as Melegueta pepper and Guinea pepper, holds a fascinating history of culinary exploration. While once widely celebrated in Europe, its popularity has waned outside of West Africa. However, it still finds intriguing uses in unexpected places, such as imparting its essence to the Scandinavian spirit, aguavit, and enriching North African spice mixtures like ras el hanout.
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Belonging to the illustrious ginger/cardamom family, the seeds of Grains of Paradise seeds offer a one-of-a-kind sensory experience. They blend a biting peppery heat with a lingering resinous flavor, reminiscent of brown cardamom and galangal, evoking a captivating complexity that intrigues the palate. For those seeking an interesting alternative to black pepper, Grains of Paradise beckons as a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. Grounding these seeds unleashes their full potential, infusing your dishes with their extraordinary flavor profile.

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Grains of Paradise, also known as Melegueta pepper and Guinea pepper
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