International Spice

Cloves

Intensely aromatic dried flower buds used sparingly in drinks, rice, stews and spice blends.

Research in progress

Cloves image / Franz Eugen Köhler, Köhler's Medizinal-Pflanzen / Public domain

Ingredient record

Names & identity

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Nigerian/common name	Cloves

Cloves are an international spice used in Nigerian kitchens. Their flavour is concentrated, so recipes generally require modest quantities.

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