Cloves, ground
About the ingredient cloves, ground. Including 264 recipes with cloves, ground, nutrition data, and where to find it.
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What is cloves, ground?
Cloves can be used in cooking either whole or in a ground form, but as they are extremely strong, they are used sparingly.
Cloves are also an important incense material in Chinese and Japanese culture. And clove essence is commonly used in the production of many perfumes.
During Christmas, it is a tradition in some European countries to make pomanders from cloves and oranges to hang around the house. This spreads a nice scent throughout the house and acts as holiday decorations.
Western studies have supported the use of cloves and clove oil for dental pain. However, studies to determine its effectiveness for fever reduction, as a mosquito repellent and to prevent premature ejaculation have been inconclusive. Clove may reduce blood sugar levels.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 tbsp (6g)Where found
Cloves, ground is usually found in the spices section or aisle of the grocery store or supermarket.
Food group
Cloves, ground is a member of the Spices and Herbs US Department of Agriculture nutritional food group.
How much does cloves, ground weigh?
| Amount | Weight |
|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | 6 grams |
| 1 teaspoon | 2 grams |
Related
Spices and Herbs
| In Chinese: | 丁香，地 | |
| British (UK) term: | ||
| en français: | clou de girofle moulu | |
| en español: | clavo de olor molido |
Recipes using cloves, ground
There are 264 recipes that contain this ingredient.
Best Pecan Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies
Rich and delicious pecan chocolate chip oatmeal cookies with cinnamon and cloves to add more depth.
Homemade Sour Fish Curry
This recipe is a very popular dish in Sri Lanka. I hope you’ll try this recipe.
Downeast Maine Pumpkin Bread
Very moist, and very flavorful (love the spices!). My house smelled so good while this was baking!
Spiced Pickled Pears
These sweet and slightly sour pickled pears are soft and melt in your mouth. Serve it with grilled meat, sausages or hot dogs. A delicious and refreshing side dish.
Pumpkin Pie Spice Mix
If your recipe calls for Pumpkin Pie Spice and your pantry is well stocked with spices here's how to make it yourself using discrete spices. This recipe makes 1 teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice.
Whole Wheat Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins
Very easy to make, I used 1/4 cup more pumpkin puree than recipe says, so I didn't add any extra water into the batter, also reduced the 1 tablespoon of oil, and these muffins came out great. Love the flavor from pumpkin and spices. Definitely a keeper recipe.
Classic Pumpkin Gingerbread
This recipe is awesome! The bread was nice and moist, not dry at all and absolutely delicious! I baked a loaf for our Church Sunday Potluck and everyone loved it, I had none left over and several asked for the recipe! Five Stars from my family, we loved it.
Citrus & Spiced Walnuts-Phyllo Rolls
These delicious rolls are made from phyllo pastry, and they are so elegant and pretty to be gifts too.
