Cinnamon
Cinnamon is a warm spice made from the dried inner bark of Cinnamomum trees.
You may be fascinated to discover that there are in fact two varieties of cinnamon:
- Cassia cinnamon (pictured) is a dark cinnamon variety more commonly found in supermarkets in the US and Europe.
- Ceylon cinnamon is grown in India and Sri Lanka, and has a milder, sweeter flavour.
In whole, bark form, cinnamon makes a flavourful addition to tadkas (such as in my pilau rice recipe). Meanwhile, powdered cinnamon is a most delicious addition to baked goods including this chocolate chip banana bread.
