Cinnamon(Dal Chini)
Cinnamon is a spice obtained from the inner bark of several tree species from the genus Cinnamomum. Cinnamon is used mainly as an aromatic condiment and flavoring additive in a wide variety of cuisines, sweet and savory dishes, breakfast cereals, snack foods, tea, and traditional foods.
Health Benefits
Cinnamon Is High in a Substance With Powerful Medicinal Properties, it’s loaded with antioxidants and Cinnamon Has also Anti-Inflammatory Properties
Place of Origin
Native to Ceylon (Sri Lanka), true cinnamon, Cinnamomum zeylanicum, dates back in Chinese writings to 2800 B.C. and is still known as kwai in the Cantonese language today. Its botanical name derives from the Hebraic and Arabic term common, meaning fragrant spice plant
Recipe Usage
Cinnamon bark is used as a spice. It is principally employed in cookery as a condiment and flavoring material. It is used in the preparation of chocolate. especially in Mexico. Cinnamon is often used in savory dishes of chicken and lamb.
Use
It is used to mellow the tartness of apple pie..cinnamon and sugar are often used to flavor cereals, bread-based dishes, such as toast, and fruits, especially apples; a cinnamon-sugar mixture is sold separately for such purposes.
Taste and Aroma Description
Cinnamon has a sweet, woody fragrance in both ground and stick forms. … The sweet-spicy flavor of Cinnamon enhances the taste of vegetables and fruits. Cinnamon is a perfect partner for chocolate; use it in any chocolate dessert or drink.
Storage tips
Ground cinnamon as well as sticks should be kept in a tightly sealed glass container in a cool, dark, and dry place. Ground cinnamon will keep for about six months, while cinnamon sticks may stay fresh for as long as one year. The best judge of freshness is your nose.