Spices add flavor to your taste buds and make a dish come alive.
Were you aware that while India produces these spices, many of them are not authentic or real? Fake spices are a great danger in the spice business.
According to research, a few spices are likely to adulterate than other and it is of utmost importance that you check twice before investing in a fake one.
Here is a handy guide to help you know the difference between fake spices and real ones! Also Read – COVID-19: Novel Coronavirus May Lead to Cardiac Arrest or Heart Attack.
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has set out ways to prevent the consumption of adulterated spices.
The guidelines clearly specify rules to be followed while buying purchasing spices.
FSSAI asks not to buy powdered spices that are sold loose, do not buy spices with extra shine and bright colours; do not buy spices with unpleasant odours and do not buy packaged spices in damaged packs.
Before buying a peppercorn, try crushing it into two parts if leaves oil then it is a real peppercorn, if it doesn’t then it’s not a genuine spice.
While buying the spice, one should always notice the eight segments and shiny seed, if it is dark then it of bad quality.
Chilli: Whenever you are out and about to shop for spices, always check for the FSSAI mark before paying for it.
To check whether it is authentic or not, you can put the powder in a glass of water and if does not dissolve or changes colour then it is a genuine spice.