{"product_id":"laxmi-cinnamon-stick-round-200-gm","title":"Laxmi Cinnamon Stick Round 200 Gm","description":"\u003cp\u003eLaxmi Cinnamon Stick Round 200g is a generous pack of whole round cinnamon sticks (dalchini) — the true cinnamon or Ceylon cinnamon variety with soft, papery, multi-layered sticks that roll into tight tubes with a delicate, sweet, complex cinnamon character distinct from the harder cassia cinnamon. Available at Anoras Cash N Carry in Los Angeles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLaxmi Round Cinnamon Stick 200g True Dalchini for Biryani and Chai\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole round cinnamon sticks with delicate, sweet, complex dalchini character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e200g generous pack — ideal for regular biryani, chai, and spice blend use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed whole in biryani dum, masala chai, and rich spice preparations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaxmi — House of Spices’ trusted brand for quality South Asian spice staples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdd 1-2 cinnamon sticks to biryani preparations and rice dishes during cooking for warming sweetness. Use in masala chai for a fragrant, warming cup. Include in homemade garam masala spice blends. Also excellent in Indian dessert preparations like kheer and shrikhand where cinnamon adds a classic Indian sweet character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between round and flat cinnamon sticks?\u003c\/strong\u003e Round cinnamon sticks are true Ceylon cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum) with soft, thin, papery bark that rolls into tight cylinders. Flat cinnamon sticks are typically cassia cinnamon (Cinnamomum cassia) with thicker, harder, less fragrant bark. True Ceylon cinnamon is milder and more delicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Ceylon cinnamon better than cassia cinnamon for Indian cooking?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are used in Indian cooking as dalchini. Ceylon cinnamon has a more delicate, nuanced sweetness while cassia is stronger and more pungent. Personal preference and regional tradition determine which is preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I use cinnamon sticks that have been in biryani?\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove cinnamon sticks from finished preparations before serving — they are not meant to be eaten as they remain tough and woody even after cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergen note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Packaged in a facility that may handle tree nuts and sesame. Check label for the most current information.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Laxmi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49001913614563,"sku":"61911814","price":5.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/2811\/6963\/files\/518EwneF_xS._SL1500.jpg?v=1781803737","url":"https:\/\/anorascashncarry.com\/products\/laxmi-cinnamon-stick-round-200-gm","provider":"ANORAS CASH N CARRY ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}