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Psyllium is used in cooking as a food thickener and stabilizer. It is a plant-based source of fiber that absorbs water and stimulates digestion.

The garden black salsify (winter asparagus, black salsify) can be a particularly healthy delicacy if you know how to peel and prepare it.

Umeboshi is a paste made from pickled ume fruit. This salty paste is added to many dishes and sides to give them a fruity and sour flavor.

Raw lemon peel brings in a delicious flavor. It is used in dishes either whole or grated. Make sure to only use the peel of organic citrus fruits.

Cinnamon sticks taste sweet and flavorsome thanks to the essential oils they contain. You can read about ground cinnamon on our page on ground cinnnamon.

Porcini mushrooms are among the most popular of all edible mushrooms. In dried form, they have a more intense flavor since mushrooms contain over 80% water.

Wheat bran (raw) remains as a by-product of flour production. Bran (organic?) Is rich in nutrients and supports the intestines with digestive problems.

Thanks to its citrus flavor, lemon verbena is often used as a seasoning. As a tea infusion, it has the effects of stimulating appetite and promoting digestion.

Chicory has a pleasant bitter flavor and nice smooth taste. It can be eaten raw as a salad, steamed, fried, cooked, or in a casserole.

The endive is rich in vitamins and minerals. They can be used raw in the form of lettuce as well as in cooked form.

Ribwort plantain is used in salads and as a medicinal herb with anti-inflammatory and antibacterial qualities.

Stinging Nettles (Urtica dioica, Young Nettles) have culinary and medicinal uses, especially in naturopathy.

Cocoa powder (unsweetened) is available raw or roasted. Natural cocoa powder is usually lighter in color than processed powder. Organic?

Moroccan mint is a cultivar of spearmint. It has a milder flavor than peppermint and is especially well suited for use in a wide variety of recipes.

Spearmint has a refreshing, slightly sharp taste. It is used to season and garnish a variety of dishes. Green mint tea is also used as a natural remedy.

Sauerkraut, fermented in liquid, is rich in lactic acid, vitamins, and minerals. You can also buy raw sauerkraut that is ready to eat.

Capers cannot be eaten raw. Pickled capers have a savory, spicy flavor.

Thyme is a particularly healthy spice thanks to the essential oil it contains. It can be used to treat colds, congestion, whooping cough, and bronchitis.

Sumac is a tangy, lemony spice found primarily in Middle Eastern spice mixes. Read in the link about important things to know when purchasing and using sumac.

Kohlrabi is a vegetable commonly grown and eaten in the German-speaking countries. It is similar in taste to broccoli and is eaten raw or cooked.