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Our selection of Gourmet Organic Herbs are carefully chosen for their freshness, colour, and vitality. It is important to us to keep the raw herbal material in its most original state, not to chop, grind or powder our herbs wherever possible. This then maintains all of the flavours and volatile oils within the organic herbs, creating a more vital flavour ready to be released when you are preparing your meals. Aniseed An aromatic spice with licorice-like flavours, often used in traditional cake and biscuit recipes but also suits heavier dishes to aid in digestion. Flavours Aniseed suits are; apples, figs, seafood, and pumpkin/root vegetables. Also combines well with….Cardamom, Cinnamon, Cloves, Fennel, Garlic, Nutmeg, Pepper, Star Anise. Basil   Ocimum basilicum A fantastic herb for any Italian pasta dishes, Mediterranean salads, soups, breads. Basil is also one of the most important ingredients in Pesto pasta sauce. In terms of flavour, basil has a taste that resembles a combination of mint and cloves which increases slightly with cooking. Also combines well with….Coriander, Garlic, Marjoram, Oregano, Parsley, Rosemary, Thyme. Bay Leaves  Laurus nobilus The flavour of Bay leaves is one that is aromatic and slightly bitter. You only need to use one to two leaves in dishes such as casseroles, soups, sauces and stuffings. It is important to keep the leaves whole as it is essential to remove the leaves just before serving to prevent a bitter after taste. Also combines well with….Garlic, Juniper, Marjoram, Oregano, Parsley, Sage, Thyme. Bouquet Garni Bouquet Garni is a fantastic blend of thyme, parsley, Laurel, marjoram, great for flavouring soups, risottos, and many slow cooked dishes. Ingredients….Thyme, parsley, Laurel, marjoram. Cajun Blend Cajun Blend is a fantastic combination of onion, thyme, mustardseed, sweet peppers, black pepper, red pepper, hot peppers and is a great partner for roasted chicken, fish or for any bbq , and has a medium to hot level of chilli flavour. Ingredients….onion, thyme, mustardseed, sweet peppers, black pepper, red pepper, hot peppers. Caraway Seed Most often included as an ingredient in rye bread, offering fennel-like flavours that may seem quite strong. It also has a calming effect on the digestive system. Other flavours that caraway combines well with are; apples, pork, duck and cabbage. Also combines well with….Coriander Seed, Juniper Berry, Parsley, Thyme, Garlic. Cardamom Pods Is a versatile and complex flavour, suiting both sweet and savoury dishes. The pods are best utilized by bruising via squashing with the back of a knife, as this facilitates the delivery of flavour. It is best used in milk based puddings and custards, and can also be added (along with Cinnamon quills, Cloves, Cumin Seed, and Black Peppercorns) to the boiling water of rice to serve with Indian-styled dishes. Suits the flavours of; apples, oranges, pears, and sweet potatoes. Also combines well with….Caraway, Chilli, Cinnamon, Cloves, Cumin, Ginger, Coriander Seed, Paprika, Pepper. Chilli - Birds Eye A very small and very hot member of the chilli pepper family, but if used sparingly (1-2 finely chopped peppers per recipe) can give a tasty heat to a meal. Heat Level-9. Also combines well with….Most spices, Bay Leaves, Coriander Seed. Chilli Mix - Mild Mild Chilli Mix is a very mild mixture of Chilli pepper (45%), paprika, garlic, cumin, oregano and is a good partner for pasta dishes, steak, chicken or fish. Ingredients….Chilli pepper (45%), paprika, garlic, cumin, oregano. Cayenne Pepper Is often a blend of different chilli powders to achieve a consistent colour and heat of flavour. Heat Level-8. Also combines well with…. Most spices, Bay Leaves, Coriander Seed. Chilli Flakes Finely chopped chilli (usually from Indian varieties) with seeds, is a wonderful addition to any dish (only a small pinch or two). Heat Level-7. Also combines well with…. Most spices, Bay Leaves, Coriander Seed. Chilli - Whole Deep red to rich orange in colour, and about 4-6cm long, whole chilli is suitable for a variety of applications. Heat Level-7. Also combines well with…. Most spices, Bay Leaves, Coriander Seed. Cinnamon - Ground Most widely used for it’s sweet applications in cakes, biscuits, breads and all manner of deserts. The fragrant flavour of Cinnamon combines well with the flavours of apples, plums, pears, bananas, chocolate as well as meat and poultry. It also has uses in Middle Eastern and Indian meat and vegetable dishes, as well as chutneys and spiced pilafs. Also combines well with….Cardamom, Cloves, Coriander Seed, Cumin, Ginger, Fennel, Mace, Nutmeg, Pepper, Star Anise. Cinnamon Quills See Ground Cinnamon. Also combines well with….Cardamom, Cloves, Coriander Seed, Cumin, Ginger, Fennel, Mace, Nutmeg, Pepper, Star Anise. Cloves Is another spice which suits both sweet and savoury dishes, but must be used sparingly as they can overpower other flavours. Suits the flavours of apples, red cabbage, carrots, chocolate, oranges, ham/pork, sweet potatoes. Also combines well with….Cardamom, Bay Leaves, Coriander Seed, Cumin, Ginger, Fennel, Mace, Nutmeg, Chilli. Coriander - Ground Has a mild flavour and can be used liberally in dishes from Indian, North African, and Asian Cuisines. They also combine well in some sweet applications as well as pickles and chutneys. Also combines well with….Chilli, Cardamom, Cloves, Cumin, Fennel, Garlic, Ginger, Mace, Nutmeg. Coriander Seed See Ground Coriander. Also combines well with….Chilli, Cardamom, Cloves, Cumin, Fennel, Garlic, Ginger, Mace, Nutmeg. Cumin - Ground Properties of a pungent fragrance are well utilized in spice mixes, chutneys, relishes breads, meat and vegetable stews, as well as being combined in some Portuguese sausage recipes! Also combines well with….Chilli, Cardamom, Cinnamon, Cloves, Bay Leaves, Fennel, Garlic, Ginger, Mace, Nutmeg, Oregano, Paprika, Pepper, Thyme, Turmeric. Cumin Seed See Ground Cumin. Also combines well with….Chilli, Cardamom, Cinnamon, Cloves, Bay Leaves, Fennel, Garlic, Ginger, Mace, Nutmeg, Oregano, Paprika, Pepper, Thyme, Turmeric. Curry Powder - Indian A combination of Turmeric, Mustard Seed, Coriander Seed, Black Pepper, Garlic, Ginger, Hot Paprika, Sweet Paprika. This spice mix has wonderful sweet and hot flavours and is a great addition to bbq steaks, casseroles, and anything that needs a little spicing up! Curry Powder - Mild Another wonderful spice combination with a little less heat than the Indian Curry Powder, utilising the flavours of Coriander Seed, Cumin Seed, Fennel Seed, Mustard Seed, Black Pepper. The dishes that would suit this spice mix would be anything from roasts, bbqs, casseroles, vegetable curries. Dill Tops Dill tops is a great partner for fish and seafood dishes, as well as suiting a selection of root vegetables such as cabbage and cauliflower. Also great in potato salad. Fennel - Ground Ground Fennel is perfect for curries, fishes and seafood dishes dishes, casseroles, and is a great partner for beans, beetroot, cabbage, lentils, pork, etc. Fennel Seed Is a very flexible spice, used in recipes for pickles, soups, breads, roast pork, as well as many vegetable dishes. Fennel also helps to soothe digestive upsets. Also combines well with….Cinnamon, Cumin, Mint, Parsley, Pepper, Thyme. Garam Masala Garam Masala is a gorgeous blend of cardamom, coriander, cumin, cinnamon, black pepper, cloves, allspice, which is a great all-rounder for lamb roasts, casseroles or even vegetarian casseroles Ingredients….cardamom, coriander, cumin, cinnamon, black pepper, cloves, allspice. Garlic Granules Needs little introduction! Garlic is wonderful in many dishes from roast chicken, bbq steaks, stir-frys, and casseroles. The flavour suits almost all ingredients. Also combines well with….almost all herbs and spices. Ground Ginger Is an important ingredient in many spice blends and is an excellent flavour for pumpkin, carrots, squash, sweet potato, as well as being used in tagines and slow-cooked meat dishes. Ginger also suits many sweet dishes as well such as ginger bread, cake, and biscuits, and combines well with the flavours of bananas, pears, and pineapples. It also has an application in the production of ginger beer. Also combines well with….Cardamom, Cinnamon, Cloves, Nutmeg, Paprika, Pepper. Herbs de Provence Is a herbs blend of is dried marjoram, thyme, summer savory, basil, rosemary, fennel seeds and lavender—is typically found in the cooking of southern France. Italian Herb Mix Is a herb blend of Marjoram, Rosemary, Onion, Thyme, Basil, Oregano, Garlic, Savoury, Paprika which is a convenient mix to use in any Italian-style dishes such as pizza, pasta, or roasts. Juniper Berries Is the spice most often used to flavour gin but also has many uses in meat dishes that have a heavy or ‘gamey’ flavour as the pungent aromatic qualities achieve a balance. They are best bruised or crushed just before use as this releases and imparts the essential oils at the last moment into your dish. Also combines well with….Bay Leaves, Caraway, Garlic Marjoram, Pepper, Rosemary, Thyme. Lemongrass Powder Lemongrass Powder is great for curries, pork, fish and seafood dishes, as well as pickles, soups and breads Mace Is a spice that is a vein-like shape that covers the nutmeg seed, and when ground resembles an orange-coloured powder. It has a similar fragrant flavour (although it is a little lighter) as nutmeg, and is used in dishes such as clear soups, shellfish stock, cheese soufflés, and stews. It is also a spice that can be used in many baking recipes. Also combines well with…. Cardamom, Cinnamon, Cloves, Nutmeg, Paprika, Pepper, Coriander seed, Ginger, Cumin, Thyme. Marjoram   Marjorana hortensis This herb is a very close cousin of Oregano and is fabulous if used in meat and vegetable dishes. It tends to have a strong and sweet flavour reminiscent of Sage. Also combines well with….Basil, Bay, Chilli, Cumin, Garlic, Paprika, Sage, Parsley, Rosemary, Thyme. Mexican Seasoning Mexican Seasoning is a fragrant mixture of savory leaf, onion, sweet pepper, garlic, cumin, hot pepper, which is great for guacamole, chicken dishes, or roasted veggies. Ingredients….Savory leaf, onion, sweet pepper, garlic, cumin, hot pepper . Middle Eastern Blend Middle Eastern Blend is a fantastic mixture of turmeric, garlic, cumin, paprika, black pepper, coriander, onion, cinnamon which makes it a great all-rounder for chicken, beef or lamb, and winter casseroles. It has a slightly spicy background flavour. Ingredients…. Turmeric, garlic, cumin, paprika, black pepper, coriander, onion, cinnamon. Mixed Spice Mixed Spice a lovely mix of coriander seed, cinnamon, ginger, caraway fruit, nutmeg, cloves, suitable for poached fruits, cakes and pastries. Ingredients…. Coriander seed, cinnamon, ginger, caraway fruit, nutmeg, cloves. Mustard Seed - Brown Brown Mustard Seed is great for roasted vegies, pickles, chutneys, salad dressings. Mustard Seed - Yellow Yellow Mustard Seed is great for roasted vegies,pickles, chutneys, salad dressings. Nutmeg - Ground Is a spice that covers both sweet and savoury applications where only the smallest amount is needed. It works well with stews, lamb dishes, and fruit puddings. A small amount added to béchamel sauce also helps to bring out the subtle flavours. Also combines well with…. Cardamom, Cinnamon, Cloves, Mace, Pepper, Coriander seed, Ginger, Cumin, Thyme. Nutmeg - Whole See Ground Nutmeg Also combines well with…. Cardamom, Cinnamon, Cloves, Mace, Pepper, Coriander seed, Ginger, Cumin, Thyme. Onion Flakes Onion Flakes is an easy flavour starter for casseroles, stir-frys, and even for making bread. Oregano   Oreganum vulgare In comparison to Marjoram, Oregano has a stronger and spicier flavour, being suitable for a wide variety of Italian dishes, salads, and goes well with the flavour of Garlic. Also combines well with….Basil, Bay, Chilli, Cumin, Garlic, Paprika, Sage, Parsley, Rosemary, Thyme. Paprika - Sweet Is often used as a natural colouring for many dishes in Europe, in Morocco it is used widely in spice blends, and has a wonderful sweet and caramel-like flavouring for many sausage and meat products. It is important not to overcook Paprika as it can become bitter. Also combines well with….Garlic, Oregano, Caraway, Parsley, Turmeric, Cardamom, Ginger, Rosemary, Thyme. Parsley   Petroselinium crispum This herb is a fantastic accompaniment to most dishes of a bland nature such as egg dishes, cream pasta sauces, meat dishes, and blends well with almost all other herbs. It is also a good herb for masking bad odours and so is useful to mask garlic breath. Also combines well with….Basil, Bay, Chilli, Pepper, Garlic, Marjoram, Oregano, Rosemary. Pepper - Ground Black Is a pungent spice that doesn’t have a predominant flavour but enhances the other spices within a dish. It can be used to season anything from stews to curries, salad dressings to stocks. Also combines well with….Cardamom, Cinnamon, Cloves, Basil, Garlic, Coriander seed, Ginger, Cumin, Thyme, Rosemary, Parsley, Turmeric. Pepper - Ground White Is also a pungent spice that can be used in many dishes, but should be used in more moderation as it is more of a spicy bite than other peppers. Also combines well with…. Cardamom, Cinnamon, Cloves, Basil, Garlic, Coriander seed, Ginger, Cumin, Thyme, Rosemary, Parsley, Turmeric. Peppermill Mix Peppermill Mix of black pepper, white pepper, pink pepper, coriander seed, is a refreshing blend for your grinder Ingredients…. black pepper, white pepper, pink pepper, coriander seed. Pepper - Whole Black See Ground Black Pepper Also combines well with….Cardamom, Cinnamon, Cloves, Basil, Garlic, Coriander seed, Ginger, Cumin, Thyme, Rosemary, Parsley, Turmeric. Pepper - Whole White See Ground White Pepper Also combines well with…. Cardamom, Cinnamon, Cloves, Basil, Garlic, Coriander seed, Ginger, Cumin, Thyme, Rosemary, Parsley, Turmeric. Rosemary   Rosemarinus officinalis Rosemary has a very pungent flavour, almost pine-like and sweet in taste. It is a great herb for meat dishes, in particular roast lamb, as well as savoury breads and Italian dishes. It is also an antioxidant herb which is one other reason it goes so well with the fatty nature of the lamb roast. Also combines well with…. Bay, Parsley, Garlic, Marjoram, Oregano, Sage, Thyme. Sage   Salvia officinalis This herb has a delicate minty and aromatic flavour and is fantastic in meat dishes, stuffings, and soups. It also works very well with the flavour of cheese, particularly in very plain pasta dishes. Also combines well with…. Caraway, Bay, Ginger, Paprika, Garlic, Marjoram, Oregano, Parsley, Thyme. Salt Rub - Oriental Oriental Salt Rub is a great mixture of salt, onion, garlic, sweet pepper, white pepper, coriander seed, ginger, prefect for fish, chicken, vegie stir-frys, or as a seasoning for roasted vegies, soups and casseroles. Ingredients….salt, onion, garlic, sweet pepper, white pepper, coriander seed, ginger. Salt Rub - Provencal Provencal Salt Rub is a great blend of salt, garlic,onion, sweet pepper, black pepper, marjoram, basil, rosemary, parsley, celery leaf, prefect for chicken, fish, veal, or as a seasoning for roasted vegies, soups and casseroles. Ingredients….salt, garlic,onion, sweet pepper, black pepper, marjoram, basil, rosemary, parsley, celery leaf. Salt Rub - Tuscan Tuscan Salt Rub is a great seasoning of salt, oregano, onion, garlic, sweet pepper, marjoram, white pepper, basil leaf, thyme, prefect for steak, pastas, risottos, roasted vegies, soups and casseroles. Ingredients….salt, oregano, onion, garlic, sweet pepper, marjoram, white pepper, basil leaf, thyme. Star Anise Is a wonderful flavour for Asian soups and stocks, and for chicken, duck and pork, as well as seafood recipes. It has sweet and fragrant flavouring that also suits poaching syrups for pears as well as for mulled wine. Also combines well with….Cinnamon, Chilli, Coriander Seed, Fennel Seed, Ginger, Garlic. Thyme   Thymus vulgaris Thyme is an aromatic and pungent herb that melds well with duck and poultry dishes, Mediterranean meals, dressings and stuffings. Also combines well with….Basil, Bay, Chilli, Cloves, Pepper, Garlic, Marjoram, Oregano, Nutmeg, Paprika, Parsley, Rosemary. Turmeric A member of the ginger family that has many uses from natural food colouring to ritual ceremonies and traditional medicine. In cooking it has an earthy fragrant flavour that supports and harmonises with other flavours within spice blends for which it is repetitively used. It can be used in laksas, stews, and vegetable dishes. Also combines well with…. Cloves, Chilli, Coriander Seed, Fennel Seed, Ginger, Garlic, Cumin, Paprika, Pepper. Vanilla Bean A wonderful ingredient for any pantry, Vanilla is the fruit of a climbing orchid from Central America. Within the pods there are numerous amounts of tiny sticky seeds which can be scraped out and put into custards, cakes, tarts, and used in poaching fruit. The whole pod, cut down the middle, can be added to liquid preparations such as custards and syrups while cooking to impart more flavour, and once used it can be dried off and placed in your sugar pot to impart vanilla flavour into your sugar. Unusually the flavour of vanilla can also be used in seafood and chicken dishes. Also combines well with….Cardamom, Chilli, Cinnamon, Cloves. Back to top

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