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Cigrate Cinnamon - VIA The Chef's Choice
Origin: Kerala, IndiaShipped from: Lisbon
Kerala, India

Cigrate Cinnamon

Canela Cigrate / Cinnamomum verum

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Premium Ceylon cinnamon with exceptional aroma. Portuguese traders controlled the cinnamon trade from Sri Lanka and India for over a century, making Lisbon the cinnamon capital of Europe.

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A Taste of Portugal

Arroz Doce

No Portuguese celebration is complete without Arroz Doce (sweet rice pudding), generously dusted with cinnamon. The warm, sweet bark transforms this simple dessert into a comforting masterpiece, often decorated with cinnamon patterns on top.

Culinary Uses

  • Baking and desserts
  • Warm beverages like chai and mulled wine
  • Rice pilafs and curries
  • Spice blends and garam masala

Health Benefits

  • May help regulate blood sugar levels
  • Powerful anti-inflammatory properties
  • Rich in antioxidants
  • Supports heart health