recommend breaking the sticks up. The
best way to do so is to wrap them in a
clean dishcloth and lightly pound on the
sticks with a meat tenderizer or heavy
tool until they are broken into small
pieces—obviously taking care not to
damage your counter.CLOVE (LAUNG): Cloves are the dried,
unopened flower buds of a tropical
evergreen. They grow in small clusters
and are small and brown with bumpy
ends. They are used to subtly spice rice
dishes, curries, desserts, and chai. The
key to using this spice effectively is in
knowing how strong its taste can be. The
most experienced Indian cooks know to
use it sparingly. It’s no secret that the