{"title":"Navratri Vrat Spices","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Navratri fast trims the spice tin back to a handful, and this part of our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/navratri\"\u003eNavratri groceries\u003c\/a\u003e holds that handful in whole and coarse form. Cumin, or jeera, is the one most families keep closest: spluttered in hot ghee, it starts jeera aloo, arbi and sabudana khichdi, and coarse cumin is ready to scatter over a bowl of dahi. Black cumin, known as shahi jeera or kala jeera, is smaller, darker and sweeter, and suits a fasting pulao made with samo.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlack pepper, kali mirch, brings the heat on days when red chilli is left out. White pepper comes from the same berry with the outer skin removed, and its cleaner bite suits pale dishes such as makhana in milk or a creamy potato gravy. Green cardamom, elaichi, is crushed into kheer, halwa and chai, while black cardamom, badi elaichi, is larger and smoky and is used sparingly in savoury cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDry ginger, called saunth in the north and sukku in Tamil homes, is ground fine for vrat dishes, chai and the sukku coffee many families drink in the evening. Whole turmeric is the dried root, ground fresh at home or used in puja, though a good number of families leave turmeric out of fasting food altogether. Dried amla, the Indian gooseberry, is sour and faintly bitter, eaten in small pieces or added to chutney. Most households avoid asafoetida during the fast, since compounded hing is usually blended with wheat or rice flour. Sendha namak is in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/navratri-fasting-foods\"\u003eNavratri vrat staples and flours\u003c\/a\u003e, and the ghee to bloom these spices is in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/navratri-ghee-and-oils\"\u003eNavratri ghee and oils\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhole spices hold their aroma far longer than ground ones. Dry roast cumin in a heavy pan until it darkens a shade and smells toasted, cool it and grind only what you need. Crush cardamom in a mortar just before it goes into the pot, and store every spice in an airtight jar away from the stove, where heat and steam dull the flavour within weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"diamond-foods-black-pepper-crushed-100g","title":"Diamond Foods Black Pepper Crushed 100g","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiamond Foods Black Pepper Crushed is whole Indian black pepper cracked into coarse pieces. The larger grind gives bursts of heat and a fresh, woody aroma that fine powder loses quickly, and it saves reaching for the pestle and mortar every time a recipe calls for cracked pepper. This 100g pack is a single-ingredient spice imported by Diamond Foods of Wembley.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSprinkle a pinch over boiled potatoes or sweet potato for a Navratri fasting snack, with sendha namak and a squeeze of lemon, or stir it into a cucumber raita. Crushed pepper is the backbone of South Indian rasam and pepper chicken, and it makes a quick dry rub for paneer tikka and grilled fish. Add it towards the end of cooking when you want the aroma to stay bright, or at the start in hot ghee for a deeper, rounder heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle ingredient: black pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoarse crush for texture and aroma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked in a factory that handles nuts and other allergens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct of India, 100g pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrinding your own? See \u003ca href=\"\/products\/diamond-foods-black-pepper-whole-400g\"\u003eDiamond Foods Black Pepper Whole 400g\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/peppercorns\"\u003epeppercorns\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Diamond Foods","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55240346960211,"sku":null,"price":2.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/diamond-foods-black-pepper-crushed-100g-front.png?v=1791365149"},{"product_id":"diamond-foods-black-pepper-crushed-400g","title":"Diamond Foods Black Pepper Crushed 400g","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiamond Foods Black Pepper Crushed is Indian black pepper cracked to a coarse, even grind, ready to use straight from the pack. It keeps more of the oils and fragrance than finely ground pepper, so the heat tastes fresh and lively. The 400g bag suits large families, caterers and anyone who uses pepper every day across Indian and Western cooking alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDecant a small jar for the hob and keep the rest sealed in an airtight tin. Temper a teaspoon in ghee with cumin for pepper rasam or milagu kuzhambu, or toss it through sabudana khichdi and roasted makhana for Navratri fasting meals. It is good on fried eggs, in chicken and lamb marinades, over chaat and in buttered vegetables. For festive batches of mathri and namak pare, rub it into the flour with the ghee.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle ingredient: black pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoarse crush for texture and aroma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked in a factory that handles nuts and other allergens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct of India, 400g bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eTrying it first? Start with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/diamond-foods-black-pepper-crushed-100g\"\u003eDiamond Foods Black Pepper Crushed 100g\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/peppercorns\"\u003epeppercorns\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Diamond Foods","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55240347943251,"sku":null,"price":7.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/diamond-foods-black-pepper-crushed-400g-front.png?v=1791365161"},{"product_id":"diamond-foods-black-pepper-whole-400g","title":"Diamond Foods Black Pepper Whole 400g","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiamond Foods Black Pepper Whole is a 400g bag of whole Indian black peppercorns, the dried berries of the pepper vine. Whole pepper keeps its aroma far longer than ground, so it is the form to buy if you like to grind fresh, blend your own masalas or add whole spices to rice and curries. Imported from India by Diamond Foods of Wembley.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrop six to eight peppercorns into hot ghee with cloves, cardamom and bay leaf before adding rice for pulao or biryani. Dry roast with coriander, cumin and cinnamon, then grind for a fresh garam masala ahead of Diwali cooking. Crush a few in a pestle and mortar for Navratri sabudana vada or vrat aloo, and fill a pepper mill for the table. A few whole peppercorns also lift masala chai and kadha on cold evenings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle ingredient: black pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole berries for grinding fresh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked in a factory that handles nuts and other allergens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct of India, 400g bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eShort on time? Try \u003ca href=\"\/products\/diamond-foods-black-pepper-crushed-400g\"\u003eDiamond Foods Black Pepper Crushed 400g\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/peppercorns\"\u003epeppercorns\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Diamond Foods","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55240348434771,"sku":null,"price":7.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/diamond-foods-black-pepper-whole-400g-front.png?v=1791365172"},{"product_id":"diamond-foods-cumin-whole-100g","title":"Diamond Foods Cumin Whole 100g","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiamond Foods Cumin Whole is a 100g pack of whole Indian cumin seeds, known in most Indian kitchens as jeera. The slim, ridged seeds turn nutty and fragrant the moment they hit hot oil, and that first sizzle starts countless dals, sabzis and rice dishes. It is a single-ingredient spice, imported from India by Diamond Foods of Wembley.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeat a spoon of ghee or oil, add half a teaspoon of cumin and let it crackle for a few seconds before the onions, tomatoes or dal go in. Jeera is one of the few spices many families use while fasting, so it is welcome in Navratri dishes such as sabudana khichdi, vrat aloo and samak rice. Dry roast and crush it for jeera raita, chaas and chaat, or fry it with rice and a bay leaf for simple jeera rice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle ingredient: cumin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole seeds for tadka and roasting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked in a factory that handles nuts and other allergens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct of India, 100g pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdd warmth with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/diamond-foods-black-pepper-whole-400g\"\u003eDiamond Foods Black Pepper Whole 400g\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cumin-seeds\"\u003ecumin seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Diamond Foods","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55240348926291,"sku":null,"price":1.69,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/diamond-foods-cumin-whole-100g-front.png?v=1791365181"},{"product_id":"fudco-cardamom-seeds-75g","title":"Fudco Cardamom Seeds 75g","description":"\u003cp\u003eFudco Cardamom Seeds are cardamom seeds already taken out of the pod, packed by Fudco in a 75g bag. Shelling cardamom by hand is slow work when a recipe calls for a spoonful of ground elaichi, so loose seeds save time in the busiest cooking weeks of the year, from Navratri kheer to Diwali barfi and ladoo.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCardamom tastes best ground just before use. Crush the seeds in a pestle and mortar with a pinch of sugar, which helps them break down to a fine powder. A quarter of a teaspoon of ground seeds is enough for a litre of milk in kheer or payasam, or for a batch of sooji halwa. Add a few lightly crushed seeds to the pan when brewing masala chai, or warm them in ghee with cloves and cinnamon before adding rice for a festive pulao.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCardamom seeds, shelled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind small amounts as needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStones or stalks may occasionally remain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e75g pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a cardamom kheer use \u003ca href=\"\/products\/east-end-sago-seeds-400g\"\u003eEast End Sago Seeds 400g\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cardamom\"\u003ecardamom\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fudco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55240367931731,"sku":null,"price":4.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/fudco-cardamom-seeds-75g-front.png?v=1791365307"},{"product_id":"heera-white-pepper-whole-100g","title":"Heera White Pepper Whole 100g","description":"\u003cp\u003eHeera White Pepper Whole are peppercorns with the dark outer skin removed, leaving the pale inner seed. White pepper has a sharper, more direct heat than black pepper, with an earthy, slightly fermented aroma, and it disappears into light-coloured dishes without leaving dark specks. Whole peppercorns keep their oils far longer than ground pepper, and this 100g bag fills a mill several times over.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrind the peppercorns fresh in a mill or crush them in a mortar just before using. White pepper is the classic seasoning for white sauces, mashed potato, cream soups and Chinese hot and sour soup. In Indian cooking it seasons shahi korma, malai kofta and pale paneer gravies, and it is often used on fasting days in place of chilli, for example over roasted makhana or in sabudana khichdi. Add it towards the end of cooking, as long simmering dulls its bite.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole white peppercorns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind fresh for the strongest flavour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaves no dark specks in pale dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReseal or decant once opened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep black pepper too, such as \u003ca href=\"\/products\/trs-black-pepper-whole-100g\"\u003eTRS Black Pepper Whole 100g\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/peppercorns\"\u003epeppercorns\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heera","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242041196883,"sku":null,"price":3.19,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/heera-white-pepper-whole-100g-front.png?v=1791369162"},{"product_id":"heera-whole-dry-ginger-300g","title":"Heera Whole Dry Ginger 300g","description":"\u003cp\u003eHeera Whole Dry Ginger is ginger root dried whole until it is hard, pale and fibrous, the spice called sonth or saunth in Hindi and chukku in South India. Drying turns ginger's fresh zing into a deeper, warmer and more pungent heat. Whole pieces keep their aroma far longer than ready-ground powder, and the 300g bag is plenty for a season of chai, masalas and sweets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBreak the pieces with a pestle, then grind them to a fine powder in a spice grinder and sieve out the fibres. Add a pinch of the powder to masala chai with cardamom and black pepper, or to the classic sonth chutney with tamarind and jaggery that goes over chaat. Ground sonth is stirred into panjiri, gond ladoos and dry fruit sweets made for winter, and it seasons aloo dishes and kadhi. Grind small batches and keep the powder in a sealed jar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole dried ginger root (sonth)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind fresh for the fullest aroma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for vegetarians\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e300g bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrind it alongside \u003ca href=\"\/products\/heera-whole-turmeric-100g\"\u003eHeera Whole Turmeric 100g\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/herbal-spices\"\u003eherbal spices\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heera","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242044539219,"sku":null,"price":4.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/heera-whole-dry-ginger-300g-front.png?v=1791369183"},{"product_id":"heera-whole-turmeric-100g","title":"Heera Whole Turmeric 100g","description":"\u003cp\u003eHeera Whole Turmeric is haldi in its root form: dried turmeric fingers, hard and golden brown outside with a deep orange core. Ground fresh, whole turmeric gives a brighter colour and a more fragrant, earthy flavour than most ready-ground powder. Whole haldi also has a place in Hindu ritual, offered at puja, used in haldi ceremonies and tied into the auspicious bundles prepared for festivals. The 100g bag holds a good handful of fingers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBreak the fingers into small pieces with a pestle, then grind them in a strong spice grinder to a fine powder and sieve. Use a quarter of a teaspoon to colour and season dal, sabzi, rice and curries, adding it to the hot oil with the other spices so the raw taste cooks out. Simmer a pinch in milk with black pepper and jaggery for haldi doodh. Whole pieces can also be added to pickles. Turmeric stains, so use a dedicated grinder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole dried turmeric fingers (haldi)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind fresh for the brightest colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed in puja and festival rituals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for vegetarians\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrind it with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/heera-whole-dry-ginger-300g\"\u003eHeera Whole Dry Ginger 300g\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/herbal-spices\"\u003eherbal spices\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heera","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242047062355,"sku":null,"price":1.69,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/heera-whole-turmeric-100g-front.png?v=1791369194"},{"product_id":"inndu-sri-black-pepper-coarse-100g","title":"Inndu Sri Black Pepper Coarse 100g","description":"\u003cp\u003eInndu Sri Black Pepper Coarse is Sri Lankan black pepper cracked into rough, gritty pieces, packed by Universal Suppliers in a resealable pouch with a clear window so you can see the grind. Coarse pepper keeps more of its bite than fine powder and is the cut most South Indian and Sri Lankan cooks reach for when pepper is the main heat in a dish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStir a teaspoon into rasam or milagu kuzhambu once the tamarind water has come to the boil, or toast it briefly in ghee with cumin and curry leaves for pepper chicken, pepper fry or a quick tadka over dal. During Navratri many families use black pepper in place of chilli, so a pinch lifts sabudana khichdi, potato sabzi and kuttu pakoras. It is also good scattered over omelettes, roast vegetables and buttered corn.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoarsely cracked black pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct of Sri Lanka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResealable pouch with a window\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep airtight once opened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrefer a finer crack? Try \u003ca href=\"\/products\/trs-black-pepper-coarse-100g\"\u003eTRS Black Pepper Coarse 100g\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/peppercorns\"\u003epeppercorns\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Inndu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242052632915,"sku":null,"price":2.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/inndu-sri-black-pepper-coarse-100g-front.png?v=1791369226"},{"product_id":"kaaviya-foods-dried-ginger-sukku-100g","title":"Kaaviya Foods Dried Ginger Sukku 100g","description":"\u003cp\u003eKaaviya Foods Dried Ginger is whole sun-dried ginger root, called sukku in Tamil and saunth or sonth in Hindi. Drying turns fresh ginger into pale, fibrous knobs with a warmer, more peppery heat, and the whole pieces keep their aroma far longer than ready-ground powder. This 100g pack is a product of India, packed in Enfield.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePound a piece in a mortar or grind it in a spice mill just before use. For sukku coffee, simmer a teaspoon of the powder with crushed pepper, coriander seeds and palm jaggery in water, then strain. Ground saunth goes into sonth chutney with tamarind and jaggery for Diwali chaat, into panjiri and gond ladoos, and into masala chai with cardamom and cloves. A small piece also flavours rasam and kashayam.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle ingredient: ginger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole pieces, grind as needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnown as sukku, saunth or sonth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct of India, 100g pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeed a larger pack? Try \u003ca href=\"\/products\/heera-whole-dry-ginger-300g\"\u003eHeera Whole Dry Ginger 300g\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/herbal-spices\"\u003eherbal spices\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kaaviya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242081206611,"sku":null,"price":2.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/kaaviya-foods-dried-ginger-sukku-100g-front.png?v=1791369283"},{"product_id":"luck-nature-export-ceylon-black-pepper-100g","title":"Luck Nature Export Ceylon Black Pepper 100g","description":"\u003cp\u003eLuck Nature Export Ceylon Black Pepper is whole black pepper grown and packed in the Galle district of southern Sri Lanka. Ceylon pepper is known for a sharp, clean heat with plenty of aroma, and the window in the box shows the dark, wrinkled peppercorns inside. The pack states no artificial colours or ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrind the peppercorns fresh in a mill or crush them in a mortar just before cooking, as whole pepper keeps its aroma far longer than ground. Toast a teaspoon in coconut oil for Sri Lankan black pepper chicken or pepper prawns, add whole peppercorns to biryani, pulao and kashayam, or crush them coarsely for rasam. Black pepper is also a common choice for Navratri vrat cooking, where it brings heat to sabudana khichdi and samak rice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole Ceylon black peppercorns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrown in Galle, Sri Lanka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo artificial colours or ingredients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransfer to an airtight jar once opened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a milder pepper, try \u003ca href=\"\/products\/luck-nature-export-ceylon-white-pepper-60g\"\u003eLuck Nature Export Ceylon White Pepper 60g\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/peppercorns\"\u003epeppercorns\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Luck Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242124689747,"sku":null,"price":2.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/luck-nature-export-ceylon-black-pepper-100g-front.png?v=1791369486"},{"product_id":"luck-nature-export-ceylon-white-pepper-60g","title":"Luck Nature Export Ceylon White Pepper 60g","description":"\u003cp\u003eLuck Nature Export Ceylon White Pepper is whole white pepper from the Galle district of Sri Lanka. White pepper is the same berry as black pepper with the dark outer skin removed, which leaves a smooth, cream-coloured peppercorn with an earthy, slightly sharper heat. The box has a window so you can see the peppercorns, and the pack states no artificial colours or ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrind it fresh into dishes where black specks would show: white sauces, mashed potato, creamy soups, korma, malai kofta and paneer makhani. It is also the classic pepper for Chinese-style hot and sour soup, fried rice and noodles. In vrat cooking, a pinch of ground white pepper seasons sabudana kheer, potato and yoghurt dishes and makhana roasted in ghee. Keep the peppercorns whole until needed for the best aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole Ceylon white peppercorns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkin removed for a pale colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo artificial colours or ingredients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransfer to an airtight jar once opened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a bolder pepper, try \u003ca href=\"\/products\/luck-nature-export-ceylon-black-pepper-100g\"\u003eLuck Nature Export Ceylon Black Pepper 100g\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/peppercorns\"\u003epeppercorns\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Luck Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242126557523,"sku":null,"price":2.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/luck-nature-export-ceylon-white-pepper-60g-front.png?v=1791369495"},{"product_id":"natco-cumin-seeds-400g","title":"Natco Cumin Seeds 400g","description":"\u003cp\u003eNatco Cumin Seeds are whole jeera, packed in the UK by Natco Foods in Buckingham. The seeds have the warm flavour and pungent aroma that start almost every North Indian dish, and Natco describe them as essential for vegetable and meat curries and spice blends. The 400g bag is a sensible size for a kitchen that tempers dal or sabzi most days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeat ghee or oil until hot, add a teaspoon of seeds and let them sizzle and darken for a few seconds before adding onion, ginger or the rest of your masala. Jeera is one of the spices many families keep during Navratri, so use it to temper sabudana khichdi, vrat aloo or a kuttu flour paratha. Dry-roast and grind the seeds for jeera powder to sprinkle over raita and chaat, or use them whole in pickles, soups and home-made breads.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole cumin seeds (jeera)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for vegetarians\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMay contain traces of mustard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked in the UK, 400g bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompare it with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/trs-cumin-whole-400g\"\u003eTRS Cumin Whole 400g\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cumin-seeds\"\u003ecumin seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Natco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242149757267,"sku":null,"price":4.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/natco-cumin-seeds-400g-front.png?v=1791369565"},{"product_id":"samayal-black-cumin-seeds-100g","title":"Samayal Black Cumin Seeds 100g","description":"\u003cp\u003eSamayal Black Cumin Seeds are the slender, dark seeds sold as kala jeera, black jeera and shahi jeera, and as karum seeragam in Tamil. They are thinner and darker than everyday cumin, with a sweeter, smoky flavour that is prized in Mughlai and Kashmiri cooking. This 100g pack is packed in the UK by Haran Foods and is a sensible size for a spice used in pinches.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eShahi jeera is at its best fried whole in hot ghee at the start of a dish. Add half a teaspoon to the pan with bay leaf, cardamom and cinnamon when you start a biryani, pulao or korma, and let the seeds crackle for a few seconds before the onions go in. A pinch in the tadka for dal or in a festive paneer gravy adds a deeper aroma than ordinary jeera. Use it sparingly, as the flavour is stronger, and toast and grind it into garam masala for special occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlso sold as kala jeera and shahi jeera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole seeds, fry in ghee to release the aroma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep in an airtight jar once open\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100g pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompare it with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/top-op-kala-jeera-100g\"\u003eTop Op Kala Jeera 100g\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cumin-seeds\"\u003ecumin seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Samayal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242197074259,"sku":null,"price":1.69,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/samayal-black-cumin-seeds-100g-front.png?v=1791369802"},{"product_id":"samayal-cumin-seeds-1kg","title":"Samayal Cumin Seeds 1kg","description":"\u003cp\u003eSamayal Cumin Seeds are whole jeera from India, the most used seed in the Indian spice box. The long, ridged seeds have the warm, earthy aroma that sets the base of countless dals, sabzis and rice dishes. This 1kg bag from Haran Foods is the size for busy kitchens, caterers and anyone who goes through jeera by the handful.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a tadka, heat ghee or oil until it shimmers, add a teaspoon of cumin and let it sizzle and darken slightly before adding onion, garlic or chilli. Jeera rice needs only a spoonful of seeds fried in ghee before the rinsed basmati and water go in. Dry roast a cupful in a heavy pan until fragrant, cool and grind for roasted jeera powder to sprinkle over raita, chaat and buttermilk. On Navratri fasting days, cumin is one of the few spices used, in sabudana khichdi, vrat aloo and samak rice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole cumin seeds, also called jeera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduce of India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse within six months of opening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1kg bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeed a smaller bag? Try \u003ca href=\"\/products\/trs-cumin-whole-400g\"\u003eTRS Cumin Whole 400g\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cumin-seeds\"\u003ecumin seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Samayal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242220994899,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/samayal-cumin-seeds-1kg-front.png?v=1791369824"},{"product_id":"top-op-haldi-whole-50g","title":"Top-Op Haldi Whole 50g","description":"\u003cp\u003eTop-Op Haldi Whole is dried whole turmeric root, the knobbly golden-orange rhizome that is ground to make haldi powder. Buying it whole keeps its earthy, slightly bitter aroma fresh until the moment you grind it, and the pieces store for months in a sealed jar. This 50g pack is a produce of India, packed for Top Op Foods of Stanmore, a UK spice brand established in 1974.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBreak the roots into small pieces and grind them to a fine powder in a spice grinder, then sieve and store in an airtight jar for dals, sabzis and curries. Whole pieces can be simmered in milk with black pepper and a little palm candy or jaggery for haldi doodh, or added to pickling brines and stocks. Turmeric root is also used in puja: a piece is often tied with a thread or placed on the thali for Navratri, weddings and Pongal. Keep the pack dry and sealed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% whole turmeric root\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind fresh for brighter haldi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for vegetarians and vegans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduce of India, 50g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eStock up on whole spices with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/top-op-kala-jeera-100g\"\u003eTop-Op Kala Jeera 100g\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/herbal-spices\"\u003eherbal spices\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Top-Op","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242300490067,"sku":null,"price":0.89,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/top-op-haldi-whole-50g-front.png?v=1791370188"},{"product_id":"top-op-kala-jeera-100g","title":"Top-Op Kala Jeera 100g","description":"\u003cp\u003eTop-Op Kala Jeera is black cumin seed, also sold as shahi jeera: thin, dark, curved seeds with a sweeter, more delicate and slightly smoky flavour than everyday white cumin. It is the cumin of Mughlai and North Indian rice dishes, used where a refined, aromatic finish matters. This 100g pack is a produce of Pakistan, packed for Top Op Foods of Stanmore.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFry half a teaspoon in hot ghee for a few seconds, until fragrant but not dark, to start a pot of biryani, pulao or jeera rice, then add whole spices and onions. Kala jeera also goes into homemade garam masala, kormas and rich paneer gravies for Diwali dinners, and a pinch can be dry-roasted and crushed over raita or kebabs. Because the seeds are delicate, add them early in hot fat and keep the heat moderate. The pack notes that a few stalks may remain, so pick through before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle ingredient: black cumin seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSweeter and smokier than white cumin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA few stalks may remain, as noted on the pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduce of Pakistan, 100g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompare it with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/samayal-black-cumin-seeds-100g\"\u003eSamayal Black Cumin Seeds 100g\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cumin-seeds\"\u003ecumin seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Top-Op","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242301768019,"sku":null,"price":2.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/top-op-kala-jeera-100g-front.png?v=1791370198"},{"product_id":"trs-black-cardamom-50g","title":"TRS Black Cardamom 50g","description":"\u003cp\u003eTRS Black Cardamom is the large, dark, wrinkled pod also sold as badi elaichi. It is dried over open fires, which gives it the deep, smoky, camphor-like aroma that sets it apart from green cardamom. TRS describe it as one of the most popular spices for rice dishes such as pilaus and biryanis, a staple in Indian, African and Middle Eastern cooking, and an essential part of garam masala. This 50g bag is packed in India.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLightly crack one or two pods and add them to hot ghee or oil with bay leaf, cloves and cinnamon before the rice or onions go in. For a festive biryani or a Diwali pulao, let the whole spices sizzle for thirty seconds to release their oils. For home-made garam masala, dry roast the pods with cumin, coriander, black pepper and cloves, cool, then grind. Remove whole pods before serving, and cook before eating.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole black cardamom pods (badi elaichi)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmoky flavour for rice, dals and meat curries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllergen advice printed for a shared factory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked in India, 50g bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor sweets and chai, pair it with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fudco-cardamom-seeds-75g\"\u003eFudco Cardamom Seeds 75g\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cardamom\"\u003ecardamom\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TRS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242311729491,"sku":null,"price":3.79,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/trs-black-cardamom-50g-front.png?v=1791370269"},{"product_id":"trs-black-pepper-coarse-100g","title":"TRS Black Pepper Coarse 100g","description":"\u003cp\u003eTRS Black Pepper Coarse is black pepper ground to a crunchy, cracked texture. TRS describe it as a more coarsely ground version of their black pepper powder, for use where a hot and crunchy texture is needed, such as meat rubs and marinades. It is packed in India and comes in a 100g bag, a good size for the spice drawer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRub it generously over paneer, chicken or lamb with salt, lemon and garlic before grilling or roasting. In South Indian cooking it gives rasam and pepper chicken their warmth, and it is the backbone of a simple jeera aloo or sabudana khichdi on a Navratri fasting day, where whole spices take the place of onion and garlic. Sprinkle a pinch over raita, fruit chaat or roasted makhana for a quick festive snack. Add it towards the end of cooking to keep the heat bright.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoarsely ground black pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHot, crunchy texture for rubs and marinades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory handles celery and mustard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked in India, 100g bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrefer to grind your own? Try \u003ca href=\"\/products\/trs-black-pepper-whole-100g\"\u003eTRS Black Pepper Whole 100g\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/peppercorns\"\u003epeppercorns\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TRS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242313040211,"sku":null,"price":2.29,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/trs-black-pepper-coarse-100g-front.png?v=1791370279"},{"product_id":"trs-black-pepper-coarse-1kg","title":"TRS Black Pepper Coarse 1kg","description":"\u003cp\u003eTRS Black Pepper Coarse is black pepper ground to a crunchy, cracked texture, here in a 1kg catering bag for busy kitchens and families who cook in quantity. TRS describe it as a more coarsely ground version of their black pepper powder, used where a hot and crunchy texture is needed, such as meat rubs and marinades. It is packed in India.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMix with salt, crushed garlic, lemon juice and oil for a quick marinade, coat chicken, lamb or paneer and leave for an hour before grilling. For festive gatherings it seasons large pots of pepper chicken, rasam and mutton fry. On Navratri fasting days, use it with sendha namak and cumin in sabudana khichdi, vrat aloo and samo rice. Decant a few weeks of pepper into a small jar and keep the bag sealed so the rest stays aromatic.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoarsely ground black pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHot, crunchy texture for rubs and marinades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory handles celery and mustard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct of India, 1kg bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeed less? Pick up \u003ca href=\"\/products\/trs-black-pepper-coarse-400g\"\u003eTRS Black Pepper Coarse 400g\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/peppercorns\"\u003epeppercorns\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TRS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242315563347,"sku":null,"price":14.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/trs-black-pepper-coarse-1kg-front.png?v=1791370289"},{"product_id":"trs-black-pepper-coarse-400g","title":"TRS Black Pepper Coarse 400g","description":"\u003cp\u003eTRS Black Pepper Coarse is black pepper ground to a crunchy, cracked texture. TRS describe it as a more coarsely ground version of their black pepper powder, for dishes where a hot and crunchy texture is needed, such as meat rubs and marinades. This 400g bag is packed in India and suits households that reach for pepper every day.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStir a teaspoon into rasam or pepper kuzhambu at the end of cooking so the heat stays fresh. For grills, mix with salt, ginger garlic paste and yoghurt, coat paneer tikka or chicken and leave to marinate before roasting. On Navratri fasting days, season sabudana vada, vrat aloo or samo rice khichdi with pepper, cumin and sendha namak. A pinch over fruit chaat or roasted makhana makes an easy snack for guests.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoarsely ground black pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHot, crunchy texture for rubs and marinades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory handles celery and mustard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct of India, 400g bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eCooking for a crowd? See \u003ca href=\"\/products\/trs-black-pepper-coarse-1kg\"\u003eTRS Black Pepper Coarse 1kg\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/peppercorns\"\u003epeppercorns\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TRS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242318512467,"sku":null,"price":7.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/trs-black-pepper-coarse-400g-front.png?v=1791370299"},{"product_id":"trs-black-pepper-whole-100g","title":"TRS Black Pepper Whole 100g","description":"\u003cp\u003eTRS Black Pepper Whole is a 100g bag of whole black peppercorns, packed in India. TRS say these peppercorns can be used in all Indian recipes for rice, curries and vegetables, and for pickling. Whole pepper keeps its aroma far longer than ground, so a small bag is the simplest way to have fresh pepper on hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrack a few peppercorns into hot ghee with cumin, cloves and bay leaf as the first step of a pulao or khichdi. For ven pongal, fry whole pepper and cumin in ghee with curry leaves and cashews and pour over the rice and moong dal, a favourite offering during Navratri and Pongal. Grind freshly in a mortar for rasam powder or garam masala, or drop a spoonful into the brine of a mango or lime pickle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole black peppercorns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor rice, curries, vegetables and pickles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory handles celery and mustard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked in India, 100g bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse more than a little? Try \u003ca href=\"\/products\/trs-black-pepper-whole-400g\"\u003eTRS Black Pepper Whole 400g\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/peppercorns\"\u003epeppercorns\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TRS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242321854803,"sku":null,"price":2.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/trs-black-pepper-whole-100g-front.png?v=1791370309"},{"product_id":"trs-black-pepper-whole-400g","title":"TRS Black Pepper Whole 400g","description":"\u003cp\u003eTRS Black Pepper Whole is a 400g bag of whole black peppercorns, a product of India. TRS recommend them for all Indian recipes for rice, curries and vegetables, and for pickling. Buying whole and grinding as you go keeps the sharp, resinous heat that ready-ground pepper loses over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eToast a tablespoon of peppercorns in a dry pan with cumin and coriander seeds for a minute, then grind for fresh rasam powder or garam masala. Temper whole pepper in ghee with cumin and curry leaves for ven pongal or a festive khichdi offered during Navratri. For pepper chicken, crush a generous handful coarsely and add with the onions. Whole peppercorns also go straight into pickle brines and into the pot with rice for a fragrant pulao.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole black peppercorns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor rice, curries, vegetables and pickles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory handles celery and mustard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct of India, 400g bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eLike a ready crunch? See \u003ca href=\"\/products\/trs-black-pepper-coarse-400g\"\u003eTRS Black Pepper Coarse 400g\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/peppercorns\"\u003epeppercorns\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TRS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242324115795,"sku":null,"price":8.19,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/trs-black-pepper-whole-400g-front.png?v=1791370319"},{"product_id":"trs-cumin-whole-100g","title":"TRS Cumin Whole 100g","description":"\u003cp\u003eTRS Cumin Whole, also labelled Jeera Whole, is a 100g bag of whole cumin seeds from the TRS range of Asian spices. Whole cumin is the seed that starts most North Indian dishes: it crackles in hot oil and gives dals, rice and vegetables their warm, earthy base.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeat a tablespoon of ghee or oil, add a teaspoon of cumin and let it sizzle until it darkens a shade and smells nutty, then add the rest of your ingredients. This is the start of jeera rice, dal tadka and aloo gobi. On Navratri fasting days cumin is one of the spices most households keep, so use it for vrat aloo, sabudana khichdi and samo rice with sendha namak. Dry roast and grind for jeera powder to sprinkle over raita and chaat. Cook before eating.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole cumin seeds (jeera)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBase spice for tadka, rice and dals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlease cook before consumption\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied in a 100g bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse it often? Move up to \u003ca href=\"\/products\/trs-cumin-whole-400g\"\u003eTRS Cumin Whole 400g\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cumin-seeds\"\u003ecumin seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TRS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242325655891,"sku":null,"price":1.69,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/trs-cumin-whole-100g-front.png?v=1791370328"},{"product_id":"trs-cumin-whole-400g","title":"TRS Cumin Whole 400g","description":"\u003cp\u003eTRS Cumin Whole, also labelled Jeera Whole, is a 400g bag of whole cumin seeds packed in the UK. Cumin is the most used whole spice in Indian home cooking: a spoonful crackling in hot ghee is how jeera rice, dal tadka and countless sabzis begin. The 400g size suits a kitchen that cooks Indian food most days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWarm ghee or oil, add a teaspoon of cumin and wait for it to sizzle and darken slightly before adding onions, tomatoes or rice. For festive jeera pulao, fry cumin with bay leaf and cloves, then add soaked basmati and water. During Navratri, cumin seasons vrat aloo, kuttu puri dough, sabudana khichdi and samo rice, cooked with sendha namak. Dry roast and grind a handful for fresh jeera powder for raita, chaas and chaat. Cook before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole cumin seeds (jeera)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBase spice for tadka, pulao and dals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllergen advice printed for a shared factory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked in the UK, 400g bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor bulk buyers there is \u003ca href=\"\/products\/trs-whole-jeera-1kg\"\u003eTRS Whole Jeera 1kg\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cumin-seeds\"\u003ecumin seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TRS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242326737235,"sku":null,"price":4.39,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/trs-cumin-whole-400g-front.png?v=1791370338"},{"product_id":"trs-whole-jeera-1kg","title":"TRS Whole Jeera 1kg","description":"\u003cp\u003eTRS Whole Jeera are whole cumin seeds in a 1kg bag, packed in India. TRS describe whole jeera as having a strong, aromatic, lingering flavour that features in most Indian savoury mixtures and curry seasonings, and as an important ingredient of garam masala. The large bag suits families, caterers and anyone cooking for a crowd over the festive season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart dals, sabzis and jeera rice by letting a teaspoon of cumin sizzle in hot ghee until it darkens and smells nutty. For garam masala, dry roast cumin with coriander, black pepper, cloves, cinnamon and cardamom, cool and grind. On Navratri fasting days, cumin seasons vrat aloo, sabudana khichdi, kuttu puris and samo rice with sendha namak. Toast and grind a batch of jeera powder for raita, chaas and chaat through Diwali.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole cumin seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA key ingredient of garam masala\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllergen advice printed for a shared factory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked in India, 1kg bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a smaller pack see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/trs-cumin-whole-400g\"\u003eTRS Cumin Whole 400g\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cumin-seeds\"\u003ecumin seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TRS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242337845587,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/trs-whole-jeera-1kg-front.png?v=1791370407"},{"product_id":"uthra-black-pepper-coarse-800g","title":"Uthra Black Pepper Coarse 800g","description":"\u003cp\u003eUthra Black Pepper Coarse is Indian black pepper, kala mari, ground to a coarse, crunchy grind and labelled as superior quality. It is a product of India, packed in Bengaluru by Uthra Foods and imported into the UK by Asian Traders. The 800g pack is a sensible size for households and small kitchens that use pepper in quantity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdd a spoonful at the end of rasam, pepper kuzhambu or chettinad chicken so the heat stays sharp. Mix with salt, lemon and ginger garlic paste as a quick rub for grilled paneer, fish or lamb. For Navratri fasting dishes, season sabudana khichdi, vrat aloo and samo rice with coarse pepper, cumin and sendha namak. Scatter over fried makhana or fruit chaat for festive guests. Decant into a smaller jar and keep the main pack sealed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% black pepper, coarse grind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct of India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for vegetarians\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFacility also handles other allergens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a smaller bag see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/trs-black-pepper-coarse-400g\"\u003eTRS Black Pepper Coarse 400g\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/peppercorns\"\u003epeppercorns\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Uthra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242340073811,"sku":null,"price":12.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/uthra-black-pepper-coarse-800g-front.png?v=1791370429"},{"product_id":"wijaya-crushed-pepper-100g","title":"Wijaya Crushed Pepper 100g","description":"\u003cp\u003eWijaya Crushed Pepper is 100% black pepper from Sri Lanka, crushed to a coarse, even grain. Wijaya Products of Kalutara, established in 1989, pack it for export, and Sri Lankan pepper is known for its strong, clean heat. The 100g pack is imported into the UK by C and C Suppliers of Merthyr Tydfil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse a teaspoon or two in Sri Lankan black pepper chicken or a devilled potato fry, adding it with the onions so it toasts slightly. Sprinkle over fried eggs, omelettes and kothu roti, or into a lentil soup for warmth. On Navratri fasting days it seasons vrat aloo and sabudana khichdi with cumin and sendha namak, and a pinch over roasted makhana or fruit chaat makes an easy festive snack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% black pepper, crushed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct of Sri Lanka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarked vegetarian and no alcohol\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100g pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a larger pack try \u003ca href=\"\/products\/trs-black-pepper-coarse-400g\"\u003eTRS Black Pepper Coarse 400g\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/peppercorns\"\u003epeppercorns\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wijaya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242341089619,"sku":null,"price":2.89,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/wijaya-crushed-pepper-100g-front.png?v=1791370439"},{"product_id":"diamond-foods-black-pepper-whole-100g","title":"Diamond Foods Black Pepper Whole 100g","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiamond Foods Black Pepper Whole is a 100g pouch of whole black peppercorns from India, packed for Diamond Food Sales in Wembley. Whole pepper keeps its sharp, warm aroma far longer than ready-ground, so a small pack like this is the easy way to have fresh pepper on hand for curries, rasam, marinades and the pepper mill on the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor tempering, drop six to eight peppercorns into hot ghee or oil with cumin and bay leaf before adding onions, as you would for pulao or biryani. For rasam and milagu kuzhambu, dry roast the peppercorns until fragrant and grind them with cumin and garlic. Freshly crushed pepper is also a common seasoning for vrat dishes such as sabudana khichdi and fasting potato sabzi, alongside rock salt. Fill a grinder for everyday seasoning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle ingredient: black pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole peppercorns, grind as needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall stones or stalks may occasionally remain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct of India, 100g pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eCook with pepper often? Try \u003ca href=\"\/products\/diamond-foods-black-pepper-whole-400g\"\u003eDiamond Foods Black Pepper Whole 400g\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/peppercorns\"\u003epeppercorns\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Diamond Foods","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55245104447827,"sku":null,"price":2.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/diamond-foods-black-pepper-whole-100g-front.png?v=1791381769"},{"product_id":"fudco-whole-black-cardamom-50g","title":"Fudco Whole Black Cardamom 50g","description":"\u003cp\u003eFudco Whole Black Cardamom, known as kaali elaichi or badi elaichi, is the large, dark, ridged pod used across North Indian and Punjabi cooking. Its flavour is deep, smoky and camphor-like, quite different from green cardamom, and a single pod gives real body to a slow-cooked dish. The 50g bag holds plenty of pods for a season of rice and curry cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLightly crush one or two pods and drop them into hot ghee or oil with bay leaf, cloves and cinnamon at the start of a biryani, pulao, rajma or chole, then remove them before serving. For home garam masala, dry roast the seeds from a few pods with cumin, coriander, peppercorns and cloves, cool and grind. Black cardamom also goes into the masala chai and kadha some families make through the cooler weeks after Dussehra.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole black cardamom pods, also called kaali elaichi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmoky flavour for rice, dal and curry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllergy advice printed on the back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore airtight once opened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompare it with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/trs-black-cardamom-50g\"\u003eTRS Black Cardamom 50g\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cardamom\"\u003ecardamom\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fudco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55245241614675,"sku":null,"price":3.19,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/fudco-whole-black-cardamom-50g-front.png?v=1791382316"},{"product_id":"fudco-whole-black-pepper-250g","title":"Fudco Whole Black Pepper 250g","description":"\u003cp\u003eFudco Whole Black Pepper is a 250g bag of dried black peppercorns, the hot, aromatic berry that seasons almost every savoury dish in the Indian kitchen. Buying peppercorns whole and grinding as you need them keeps the sharp, fresh heat that ready ground pepper loses. This size suits households that cook with pepper every day and like to keep a mill topped up.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFill a pepper mill for the table, or crush a teaspoon in a mortar for rasam, pepper chicken or a South Indian pepper kuzhambu. Whole peppercorns go into hot ghee with cumin and cloves for pulao, and dry roasted pepper is a base note in garam masala and chai masala. On Navratri fasting days many families season sabudana khichdi, potato dishes and fruit chaat with black pepper and rock salt in place of other spices.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole dried black peppercorns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind fresh for the best aroma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllergy advice printed on the back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore airtight once opened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeed a smaller bag? Try \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fudco-whole-pepper-black-100g\"\u003eFudco Whole Pepper Black 100g\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/peppercorns\"\u003epeppercorns\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fudco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55245244203347,"sku":null,"price":5.39,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/fudco-whole-black-pepper-250g-front.png?v=1791382328"},{"product_id":"fudco-whole-jeera-100g","title":"Fudco Whole Jeera 100g","description":"\u003cp\u003eFudco Whole Jeera is whole cumin seed, the warm, earthy spice that starts more Indian dishes than any other. A spoonful sizzled in hot oil or ghee gives the nutty base note to dal, sabzi, rice and raita. The 100g bag is a sensible size for a small household or for topping up the masala dabba.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeat a tablespoon of ghee, add a teaspoon of jeera and wait for the seeds to crackle and darken a shade before adding onion, ginger or the dal itself. For jeera rice, fry the seeds in ghee, add rinsed basmati and water and cook covered. Dry roast and grind cumin for raita, chaas and chaat. Cumin is one of the spices many families keep for Navratri fasting, so it goes into sabudana khichdi, vrat aloo and samak rice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole cumin seeds, also called jeera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed in tadka, rice, raita and vrat cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllergy advice printed on the back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore airtight once opened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eCook with it daily? Try \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fudco-whole-jeera-800g\"\u003eFudco Whole Jeera 800g\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cumin-seeds\"\u003ecumin seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fudco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55245254525267,"sku":null,"price":2.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/fudco-whole-jeera-100g-front.png?v=1791382337"},{"product_id":"fudco-whole-jeera-800g","title":"Fudco Whole Jeera 800g","description":"\u003cp\u003eFudco Whole Jeera 800g is a large bag of whole cumin seeds for kitchens that use jeera every day. Cumin is the warm, earthy seed behind tadka, jeera rice, raita and countless sabzis, and buying it whole keeps the aroma fresh until the moment it hits the hot oil. This size suits big families, regular batch cooks and anyone feeding guests through the festive weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDecant a jar for the masala dabba and keep the rest sealed. For tadka, heat ghee or oil, add the seeds and let them crackle before the onions or dal go in. Dry roast a cupful in a heavy pan, cool and grind to keep a jar of roasted jeera powder for chaas, raita and chaat. For Navratri fasting, cumin seasons sabudana khichdi, vrat aloo and samak rice with rock salt and green chilli.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole cumin seeds in a large 800g bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor tadka, jeera rice, raita and vrat dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllergy advice printed on the back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore airtight once opened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWant a smaller pack? Try \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fudco-whole-jeera-100g\"\u003eFudco Whole Jeera 100g\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cumin-seeds\"\u003ecumin seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fudco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55245261078867,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/fudco-whole-jeera-800g-front.png?v=1791382347"},{"product_id":"fudco-whole-pepper-black-100g","title":"Fudco Whole Pepper Black 100g","description":"\u003cp\u003eFudco Whole Pepper Black is a 100g bag of whole dried black peppercorns, the pungent spice that brings heat and aroma to Indian, British and almost every other cuisine. Whole peppercorns hold their flavour far longer than ground pepper, so this small bag is ideal for refilling a mill or grinding just what a recipe needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrind fresh over eggs, salads and dal, or crush a spoonful coarsely for pepper rasam, pepper chicken fry or Chettinad masala. Add a few whole peppercorns to hot ghee with cloves, bay leaf and cinnamon when starting a pulao or biryani. Dry roasted pepper is part of most garam masala and chai masala blends. During Navratri fasts, black pepper with rock salt is a common seasoning for fruit chaat, sabudana vada and vrat potatoes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole dried black peppercorns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits most pepper mills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllergy advice printed on the back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore airtight once opened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse a lot of pepper? Try \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fudco-whole-black-pepper-250g\"\u003eFudco Whole Black Pepper 250g\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/peppercorns\"\u003epeppercorns\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fudco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55245264650579,"sku":null,"price":2.19,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/fudco-whole-pepper-black-100g-front.png?v=1791382357"},{"product_id":"heera-black-cumin-50g","title":"Heera Black Cumin 50g","description":"\u003cp\u003eHeera Black Cumin, sold as kala jeera or shahi jeera, is a slender, dark seed with a sweeter, more delicate and slightly smoky flavour than everyday cumin. It is the seed of choice in Mughlai and Kashmiri kitchens, where its perfume lifts rich rice and meat dishes without overpowering them. The 50g bag is packed in the UK and lasts well, as a little goes a long way.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdd half a teaspoon to hot ghee with bay leaf, cloves, green cardamom and cinnamon at the start of a biryani or pulao, then add the rice. Kala jeera is also lovely in korma, yakhni and dum aloo, and a pinch in the tempering for raita or paneer dishes adds a warm, aromatic note. Toast lightly and grind into a homemade shahi garam masala for Diwali feasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack cumin seeds, also called kala jeera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSweet, smoky aroma for rice dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked in the UK\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for vegetarians\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor everyday tadka, try \u003ca href=\"\/products\/heera-cumin-whole-1kg\"\u003eHeera Cumin Whole 1kg\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cumin-seeds\"\u003ecumin seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heera","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55245274874195,"sku":null,"price":2.19,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/heera-black-cumin-50g-front.png?v=1791382439"},{"product_id":"heera-cumin-whole-1kg","title":"Heera Cumin Whole 1kg","description":"\u003cp\u003eHeera Cumin Whole is whole jeera in a generous 1kg bag, packed in the UK for kitchens that cook with cumin every day. The seeds are the warm, earthy backbone of Indian cooking, crackled in ghee for tadka, roasted and ground for raita, and stirred whole into rice. Buying whole keeps the aroma fresh for months when stored well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep a small jar by the stove and store the rest sealed. Heat ghee or oil, add a teaspoon of jeera and let it sizzle until a shade darker before the onions, dal or vegetables go in. Dry roast a few tablespoons, cool and grind for chaas, raita and chaat. For Navratri vrat cooking, cumin is widely used with rock salt and green chilli in sabudana khichdi, vrat aloo and samak rice pulao.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole cumin seeds, 1kg bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e18g protein and 11g fibre per 100g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked in the UK\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for vegetarians\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a smoky twist, try \u003ca href=\"\/products\/heera-black-cumin-50g\"\u003eHeera Black Cumin 50g\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cumin-seeds\"\u003ecumin seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heera","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55245279625555,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1101\/7433\/9411\/files\/heera-cumin-whole-1kg-front.png?v=1791382504"}],"url":"https:\/\/chandrastores.co.uk\/collections\/navratri-spices.oembed","provider":"Chandra Stores","version":"1.0","type":"link"}