Christopher Columbus, whose quest, as
you might remember, was to find spices
in India. It has since become one of the
most widely consumed spices in the
world, with many varieties, shapes,
colors, and applications. Chiles derive
their heat and healing properties from
capsaicin, an alkaloid found mostly in
the seeds and inner membranes of chiles.
This substance has been shown to boost
metabolism, prevent blood clots, and
improve cholesterol, among other
benefits. Its ability to kill off tumor cells
in test animals and human cell cultures is
also being studied. This cookbook gives
you a range of chiles that are ideal for
use in Indian cooking, from the tiny but
very spicy Thai chile to the longer
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