Alternatives for Asian Herbs and medicinal plants - Part 1

If you are living in Europe and can't find the exact type of herb or spice for your next Asian dish, fret not. Culinary expert Nazli Anwari offers some commonly available herbs and plants that you can use as substitutes.

Nazli Anwari | 17 November 2009

Alternative for Chili

800px-Large_Cayenne_mCayenne pepper

Benefits: Rich in Vitamin C, digestive stimulant, disinfects foods, stimulates circulation.

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Alternative for Lemongrass

Citronella_mucronata_mCitronella

Benefits: Insect repellent, digestive and laxative.

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Alternative for Mint

800px-Rosemary_bush_mRosemary

Benefits: Digestive, stimulant, antiseptic. The oil relieves muscle aches and pains.

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Alternative for Cumin

800px-Carawayseeds_mCaraway Seeds

Benefits: Aids digestion, colic, relieve flatulence and diarrhea.

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Nazli Anwari

Nazli Anwari | 17 November 2009

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