Dalchini

Dal Chini/Cinnamon is regarded as a wonder spice since ancient times. It has a special place in ayurveda for treatment of cold and indigestion. Cinnamon helps controlling cholesterol and blood sugar levels to an extent. It eases arthritis pain. It acts as a natural preservative by reducing bacterial growth. It is used in both sweet and spicy dishes. Cinnamon is obtained from the inner bark of several trees from the group of cinnamomum. Cinnamon is a popular spice since ancient times in asian and chinese cuisine. It is used in marinating fish, meat and chicken along with other spices. Both veg and non-veg biryani includes cinnamon. It gives an aromatic taste to rice dishes. It can be added in pickles, soups and mixed with other spices for curry powder.