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Ground cloves

Ground cloves
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Ingredient Information

Name

Ground cloves

Category

Especias y Hierbas

Popularity

12 recipes

Status

Inactive

Description

Ground cloves are the powdered form of cloves, an aromatic spice derived from the dried flower buds of the Syzygium aromaticum tree. Originating from the Maluku Islands in Indonesia, cloves have been used for centuries in cooking and traditional medicine, thanks to their intense warm aroma and slightly sweet and pungent flavor.

In gastronomy, ground cloves are highly valued for their ability to enhance both sweet and savory dishes, from desserts, stews, and marinades to hot beverages. Their use is common in various cuisines around the world, especially in Latin America, Asia, and the Mediterranean.

Among their properties, ground cloves contain eugenol, a compound with antimicrobial and antioxidant properties, which also contributes a distinctive and deep flavor to preparations. They are also recognized for their digestive effect and for relieving stomach discomfort.

In the Hispanic American context, the most common synonyms for ground cloves are clavo de olor molido or simply clavo molido. In some regions, they may also be called clavillo, although this term is less common.

Nutritional Properties

2.3mg
zinc
33g
fiber
1000mg
calcium
14mcg
folate
11.8mg
iron
370mg
potassium
274
calories
104mg
phosphorus
0mcg
lycopene
259mg
magnesium
6g
proteins
28IU
vitamin a
0.3mg
vitamin c
3.3mg
vitamin e
13g
total fats
66g
carbohydrates

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