Whole Organic Cloves – 4oz

Cloves are the aromatic flower buds of a tree in the family Myrtaceae, Syzygium aromaticum. They are native to the Maluku Islands (or Moluccas) in Indonesia, and are commonly used as a spice, flavoring or fragrance in consumer products, such as toothpaste, soaps, or cosmetics. Cloves are available throughout the year owing to different harvest seasons across various countries.

From the French word for nail, “clou”, cloves are the dried flower buds of a tropical evergreen tree. Our sellers at Stermart Marketplace hand-select the whole cloves to ensure that they have a spicy-sweet flavor. The bold, spicy scent and intense, warm flavor of cloves make the kitchen a cozy place to gather. Picture apple cider with whole cloves and orange slices simmering on the stove, or a clove-studded ham glistening with a brown sugar glaze. Cloves bring incredible depth to slow-cooked dishes. To avoid biting into a whole clove, stud a whole onion with a few cloves and add it when simmering stock, beans or stew. Indian cooks, who prize whole cloves for their aroma as much as their flavor, add them to spice blends for curries, chai and rice dishes.

Benefits of Cloves:

1. Contain important nutrients – Cloves contain fiber, vitamins, and minerals, so using whole or ground cloves to add flavor to your food can provide some important nutrients.

2. High in antioxidants – In addition to containing several important vitamins and minerals, cloves are rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants are compounds that reduce oxidative stress, which can contribute to the development of chronic disease 

3. May help protect against cancer – Some research suggests that the compounds found in cloves might help protect against cancer. One test-tube study found that clove extract helped stop the growth of tumors and promoted cell death in cancer cells

4. Can kill bacteria – Cloves have been shown to have antimicrobial properties, meaning they can help stop the growth of microorganisms like bacteria

5. May improve liver health – Studies show that the beneficial compounds in cloves could help promote liver health. The compound eugenol may be especially beneficial for the liver.

6. May help regulate blood sugar – Research shows that the compounds found in cloves may help keep blood sugar under control.

7. May reduce stomach ulcers – Some research indicates that the compounds found in cloves could help treat stomach ulcers. Also known as peptic ulcers, stomach ulcers are painful sores that form in the lining of the stomach, duodenum, or esophagus.