Vanilla, cumin, saffron: could you identify what they look like before reaching the supermarket?

  • In the world you will find hundreds of different spices and sauces
  • Not many remember how these species are before reaching the super
Different species of cuisine. Image: iStock

The cuisine is very different depending on where in the world we are. If in Spain there are typical dishes such as paella or tortilla, in Mexico we find tacos and tamales, while in Japan, the star dish is sushi. However, there is something that is common in gastronomy around the world and is without any doubt is the use of spices and sauces.

In the world you will find hundreds of different spices and sauces. On one side are rosemary and black pepper, while on the other you find wasabi or mustard, among many other options. Whatever the spice or sauce you want, you will almost always have it at your disposal in any supermarket, however, they are not always with their original appearance. These food condiments come from plants that many people are surprised to see, since their appearance has nothing to do with the final result