Spices are an integral part of Indian cuisine and add spark to the recipe, which ultimately draws us to it because without spices, the dish will be bland & boring. But, there are quite a lot of rumors & misconceptions about spices, which are circling the internet nowadays, and due to that, people are debating whether they should integrate them into their dish or not. So today, we have decided to unveil some of the common myths.
Statement 1: SPICES DON'T NEED PRESERVATION.
Fact: Absolutely False!! All the spices have a distinct life, after which they start to lose their flavor and aroma. And so, like any other food item, spices also need to be well-preserved. They should be kept in an air-tight container away from direct sunlight and water. Moreover, one needs to make sure that they are not using a wet spoon while adding them to a dish and also keep them away from the hot pot as that they do not absorb moisture.
To learn how to preserve spices, click here.
Statement 2: SPICES SHOULD ALWAYS BE CONSUMED FRESH, NOT DRIED.
Fact: Not True!! There are some spices which give a nice flavor to the dish, while they are fresh. But some spices can be toxic when consumed fresh. On the other hand, some spice, when dried and ground have their most pristine and robust taste. If you don't believe us, just try dry basil or thyme or dry ginger powder or black pepper. These spices in their dried and ground form would give you the most flavorful dishes.
Statement 3: LOOSE SPICES ARE SAFE FOR CONSUMPTION.
Fact: No, No, No. Loose spices are very dangerous and highly adulterated. And, as they are not pure, they don't have that natural flavor and aroma that spices are known for. Moreover, they can impact your health negatively. The seller won't even give the assurance of the quality and how they are processed. Whereas, brands like Vasant Masala- one of the most prestigious spices manufacturers of India assures you that our products are fresh & authentic and processed with the cool grinding technology.
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Statement 4: SPICY FOOD CAN CAUSE ULCERS.
Fact: No, it does not!! Who started this myth without any solid proof, like seriously?? This is probably the oldest spice myth that has infiltrated the minds of people into thinking spice food is not good for their health. Here's a scientific fact- A stomach bacteria named Helicobacter pylori is the real reason behind Ulcers. In fact, a 2006 study proves that red chili and its active compound- capsaicin plays a role in preventing or alleviating stomach ulcers. There are several Mirchi powders or red chili powder that you can use in your cooking. Click here to learn which chili powder is best for cooking.
Statement 5: SPICY FOOD CAN KILL YOUR TASTE BUDS.
Fact: Well, it is partially true because you will feel numbness, but that does not kill your taste buds. While the extremely spicy food can numb you momentarily, it just your defense mechanism at work. If you are a fan of spicy food but cannot tolerate it, you can increase your spice tolerance over time by integrating more capsaicin into your diet in small doses.
Now that all the myths are debunked, make an informed decision because spices are really good for your health. And when you buy the spices, make sure to choose the packaged ones that are pure and aromatic like, the spices from Vasant Masala. You can buy Vasant Masala spices from our online masala store or from the grocery store around the corner or from an e-commerce website like Amazon and Flipkart.
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Also, if you know any myths about spices, kindly share them with us!!