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Clove

Syzygium aromaticum

Facts

Clove is a whole spice, known for its mild flavor profile, and rich in essential nutrients like Trace vitamins, Iron, Manganese.

Regional names

Clove

Origin

Clove is cataloged inside the whole spices lane of spices & seasonings.

Native region

Global temperate and subtropical zones

Season

Available year-round depending on form, preservation, or sourcing

Food Combinations & Timing

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Safe Combination Profile

It is safe to eat this food item with other food items.

Nutritional profile

Calories

279 kcal / 100 g

Protein

9.3 g

Carbs

46.5 g

Fat

9.3 g

Fiber

20.5 g

Water content

Low

Glycemic index

Negligible in culinary amounts

Vitamins

  • Trace vitamins

Minerals

  • Iron
  • Manganese
  • Calcium

Health benefits

Evidence-aligned highlights

  • Provides key macronutrients and micronutrients that support metabolic vitality.
  • Contributes essential dietary compounds that support tissue structure and recovery.
  • Ready for future custom nutritional mapping.

Flavor notes

Mild

Texture

Crisp

Aroma

Fresh

Pairings

Various flavor pairings

Safety & toxicity

Edible parts

Standard edible portions

Toxic or risky parts

Discard non-food-grade or spoiled forms

Raw vs cooked

Safe to consume according to culinary standards.

Allergies & intolerances

No common allergy warning.

Drug interactions

No major interactions for normal food amounts.

Safe daily limit

Enjoy as part of a balanced diet.

⚠️ Notice: This safety profile is a general guideline. Dietary tolerances differ; consult a healthcare professional for allergies or drug interactions. See our full disclaimer.

Who should avoid & how to handle it

Who should avoid or moderate

  • General population safe.

Preparation & storage

  • Clean: Wash or wipe clean according to the usual market form.
  • Cut: Slice, chop, or portion as needed for your recipe.
  • Cook: Prepared raw or cooked according to recipe preference.
  • Store: Keep in a cool, dry place or refrigerate.
  • Preserve: Freeze or dry for longer storage.

Cuisine & cultural use

Common cuisines

  • Global culinary use

Clove appears in Global culinary use, often because its flavor structure and prep speed fit both everyday cooking and ceremonial dishes.

Dynamic Substitutions

No alternatives recorded for this specific item. It is chemically or botanically unique in the database.

🌱 Cultivation & Production

Clove Home Growing Guide

Learn how to grow and cultivate clove at home, whether you live in an urban apartment or have access to outdoor garden land.

Apartment Friendly

✗ Not Ideal for Apartments

No

Urban Space Advice

Not recommended for apartments unless using specialized dwarf varieties in large, heavy pots.

Difficulty

Hard

Propagation

Grafting (commercial propagation) or seeds (slower growth).

Soil Type

Deep, well-draining garden soil

Watering

Deep watering once a week

Sunlight

Full sun (8+ hours daily)

Best Season

Spring planting; fruits in Summer/Autumn

Step-by-Step Growing Guide

  1. 1

    For garden planting: Choose a sunny spot with deep, fertile, well-draining soil.

  2. 2

    Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and plant at the same depth as the container.

  3. 3

    Water deeply once a week, especially during the first two years and during fruiting.

  4. 4

    Prune annually in late winter to remove dead wood and shape the tree for sun exposure.

Quick recipes

Fast recipes using Clove

Breakfast

Masala Chai with Cardamom

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Traditional Indian milk tea spiced with fresh cardamom, cloves, and ginger.

Ingredients

Servings:2
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 black tea bags
  • 3 cardamom pods, crushed
  • 2 cloves
  • 1/2 inch ginger, grated

Nutrition

  • 95 kcal
  • 3 g protein
  • 12 g carbs
  • 3 g fat

Preparation Steps

  1. 1Boil water with ginger, cardamom, and cloves for 5 minutes.
  2. 2Add tea bags and simmer for another 2 minutes.
  3. 3Pour in milk, bring to a boil, strain, and serve hot.

Dinner

Lotus Root Masala Curry

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Slow-simmered sliced lotus roots in a rich onion, tomato, and clove gravy.

Ingredients

Servings:2
  • 1 cup sliced lotus root
  • 1 onion, pureed
  • 1 clove
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tbsp oil

Nutrition

  • 140 kcal
  • 3 g protein
  • 18 g carbs
  • 6 g fat

Preparation Steps

  1. 1Boil lotus root slices until tender (about 15 minutes).
  2. 2Sauté cloves, pureed onion, and spice powders in oil.
  3. 3Add boiled lotus root, 1/2 cup water, and simmer for 15 minutes.

Dinner

Clove & Cinnamon Pulav

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Fragrant basmati rice pilaf steam-cooked with cloves, cinnamon, and ghee.

Ingredients

Servings:2
  • 1 cup basmati rice, soaked
  • 3 cloves
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 tbsp ghee
  • 2 cups water
  • 1/4 cup green peas

Nutrition

  • 240 kcal
  • 4 g protein
  • 42 g carbs
  • 6 g fat

Preparation Steps

  1. 1Heat ghee in a pot, sauté cloves and cinnamon until aromatic.
  2. 2Add soaked rice and green peas; sauté gently for 2 minutes.
  3. 3Pour in water and salt. Bring to a boil, cover, and cook on low for 15 minutes.