{"product_id":"ground-cloves","title":"Ground Cloves","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePotent ground cloves with sweet, warm, woodsy intensity and a deeply aromatic finish.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25rem;line-height:1.35;margin:1.4em 0 0.5em;\"\u003eFlavor \u0026amp; cooking character\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWarm, sweet, pungent, woody and slightly peppery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eClove has an intense, lingering aromatic character. It is useful as a supporting note in tomato sauces, braises and baking, but adding more is rarely the best response when a dish simply needs salt or acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25rem;line-height:1.35;margin:1.4em 0 0.5em;\"\u003eWhat to cook\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMasala chai, baking, curries, jerk-style cooking, stews, mulled drinks and warm spice blends.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25rem;line-height:1.35;margin:1.4em 0 0.5em;\"\u003eHow much to use \u0026amp; when to add it\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBegin with a small pinch for a four-serving dish; it is much stronger than cinnamon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMix thoroughly into the recipe so a concentrated pocket of spice does not remain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse this amount as a starting point for flavor, then adjust to your food and taste. If other ingredients bring salt, sweetness or heat, account for those before adding more seasoning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25rem;line-height:1.35;margin:1.4em 0 0.5em;\"\u003eKitchen idea: Warm-spiced pear compote\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSimmer two chopped pears with a splash of water, 1\/4 teaspoon cinnamon and a tiny pinch of cloves until soft. Taste before sweetening. Serve with oatmeal or yogurt; keep the clove in the background rather than making it the leading note.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25rem;line-height:1.35;margin:1.4em 0 0.5em;\"\u003eCulinary background\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCloves are dried flower buds, harvested before the flowers open. Their concentrated aroma makes a small amount useful in both sweet and savory dishes. Ground cloves spread rapidly through food, so measuring a modest first dose matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Clove\"\u003eCloves: botanical background\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25rem;line-height:1.35;margin:1.4em 0 0.5em;\"\u003eIngredients \u0026amp; allergens\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGround cloves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCheck the physical package for the complete current ingredient and allergen statement. If you need to avoid an ingredient, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003econtact Spice Czar before ordering\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25rem;line-height:1.35;margin:1.4em 0 0.5em;\"\u003eSizes \u0026amp; storage\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 oz Fresh-Sealed Pouch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 oz Fresh-Sealed Pouch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose an available size above to see the current price. The selected option identifies the size and package format offered.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep tightly sealed in a cool, dry place away from heat, sunlight and steam. Use a clean, dry spoon and close the container promptly after measuring. Check the aroma before cooking and follow the best-before information on the package.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25rem;line-height:1.35;margin:1.4em 0 0.5em;\"\u003eKeep exploring\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/single-spices-ingredients\"\u003eExplore Single Spices \u0026amp; Ingredients\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Spice Czar","offers":[{"title":"1 oz Fresh-Sealed Pouch","offer_id":46378880335951,"sku":"SCZ-S024-1OZ","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz Fresh-Sealed Pouch","offer_id":46378880368719,"sku":"SCZ-S024-4OZP","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/6711\/1247\/files\/Groundcloves.jpg?v=1786719498","url":"https:\/\/www.thespiceczar.com\/products\/ground-cloves","provider":"Spice Czar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}