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Mahlab
Mahlab, also known as mahlepi, is an aromatic spice made from the dried kernels inside the pits of the St. Lucie cherry, scientifically known as Prunus mahaleb. The extracted seeds are ground into a powder that imparts a distinctive flavor profile combining notes of bitter almond, cherry, and floral rose. It is widely utilized throughout the Middle East, Turkey, and Greece to flavor sweet baked go...
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Nutmeg
Nutmeg is a culinary spice derived from the dried seed of the Myristica fragrans tree, an evergreen native to the Maluku Islands, particularly the Banda Islands of Indonesia. The fruit of the tree yields both nutmeg and a secondary spice known as mace, which is derived from the seed's reddish aril. During the 17th century, the high value of nutmeg led to intense colonial competition, with the Dutc...
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