Spices are a group of flavorful, aromatic ingredients that are typically derived from the seeds, bark, roots, or fruits of plants.
Common spices include cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, cardamom, cumin, coriander, and black pepper, among many others. In cooking, spices are used to add flavor, aroma, and color to food, and they are often used in combination with herbs.
Spices can be used whole or ground, and they can be added to dishes in a variety of ways, such as dry roasting, grinding, or blending into a seasoning mix.
Some spices are also used for medicinal purposes and have been found to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and antioxidant properties.
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