Use sparingly instead of whole cloves when the clove bodies would detract from the dish. Use with stewed or baked fruit, fruit puddings, Christmas pudding and sweet sauces.

Green Cuisine Garam Masala is a mixture of coriander, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg ……… Use as a ‘curry powder’ or sprinkle on savoury dishes, particularly vegetarian dishes, before serving.

It is an essential ingredient in many Thai and Indonesian dishes.