TRS Whole Cloves - 50g

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TRS Whole Cloves (Laung) 50g

TRS Whole Cloves are premium dried clove buds with a high natural oil content that delivers the bold, warm, and intensely aromatic character cloves are known for. This 50g pack contains 100% pure whole cloves with no additives, no fillers, and no preservatives. The strong, slightly sweet, and woody aroma of a TRS clove is immediate from the moment the pack is opened and intensifies further when the cloves hit heat.

What Are Cloves (Laung) and Why They Matter

Cloves, known as laung in Hindi, are the dried flower buds of the clove tree. They are one of the most potent whole spices used in Indian cooking. A small quantity goes a long way because the essential oil content in a quality clove is high. Three to four cloves are sufficient to fragrance a full pot of biryani. The flavour is strong, warm, and numbing in large quantities, which is why cloves are used in precise small amounts rather than generously.

Cloves are a core component of garam masala, biryani spice bases, masala chai, and korma gravies. They are also widely used in European baking traditions, mulled wine preparations, and spiced beverages across many cultures. The TRS whole clove format retains essential oils far better than ground clove powder, making it the right choice whenever cloves are added whole to a dish and removed before serving.

How to Use TRS Whole Cloves

In biryani and pulao

Add three to four whole cloves to hot ghee at the start of biryani cooking alongside cardamom, cinnamon, and bay leaf. The cloves bloom in the fat within seconds and release their essential oils into the cooking base. This fat-carried fragrance forms the aromatic foundation of the biryani. The cloves are not eaten but are left in the pot and pushed aside during serving.

In masala chai

Two to three whole cloves lightly crushed and added to the chai saucepan produce a sharp, warming note that cuts through the sweetness of the tea and milk. Cloves are particularly effective in masala chai during cold weather and are a standard component alongside cardamom, ginger, and cinnamon.

In garam masala blends

Cloves are one of the defining spices in garam masala. For homemade garam masala, dry-roast the cloves alongside cardamom, cinnamon, cumin, and black pepper before grinding together. The dry-roasting intensifies the aroma and produces a significantly more fragrant result than using pre-ground cloves.

In korma and creamy curries

Two to three cloves bloomed in ghee at the start of a korma base release warmth and depth into the oil that carries through into the finished sauce. The clove character in a well-made korma is present but not identifiable as clove specifically, which is the correct balance for this type of dish.

In mulled drinks and baking

Cloves are a standard ingredient in European mulled wine, gluhwein, and spiced apple cider. Two to three cloves per serving added to the pot during warming is sufficient. In baking, ground fresh cloves add warm depth to spiced cakes, biscuits, and festive bread.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry, airtight container away from direct sunlight and heat. Whole cloves retain their essential oils and potency for 12 to 24 months when stored correctly. The resealable pack helps preserve freshness between uses. Best-before date is printed on the pack. A fresh, potent clove produces a strong detectable aroma when a fingernail is pressed lightly into the bud.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are TRS Whole Cloves used for?

TRS Whole Cloves are used in biryani, masala chai, garam masala blends, korma, mulled drinks, and baking. They are added whole to hot oil or liquid at the start of cooking to infuse dishes with a warm, bold aromatic depth, then removed before serving.

How many cloves should I use?

For biryani per cup of rice, three to four cloves. For chai per cup, two cloves. For a pot of korma or curry for four people, two to three cloves. Cloves are potent and using more than this quantity produces an overpowering numbing bitterness.

Are cloves the same as laung?

Yes. Laung is the Hindi name for cloves. They are the same spice. TRS Whole Cloves and TRS Whole Laung refer to the same product.

Should I use whole cloves or ground clove powder?

Whole cloves retain essential oils significantly longer than ground clove powder and are the correct format for dishes where the clove is added whole to oil or liquid. For baking and spice blends where even distribution is needed, break whole cloves and grind fresh just before use.

Is TRS Whole Cloves natural with no additives?

Yes. TRS Whole Cloves contain only 100% pure dried clove buds with no artificial colours, flavours, or preservatives.

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