It is also known as Kalpasi. It is a very rare component used in the Garam Masala Spice Mix. It is very popular in Indian delicacies and snacks. When it is used in small quantities in curries, it releases a strong woody, cinnamon-like aroma and flavor.

This spice is know by several different names:

English             ~~ Black Stone Flower, Sea Lichen

Tamil               ~~ Kalpasi, Marapassi, Kalpaasi

Telugu             ~~ Kallupachi, Rathipachi

Kannada          ~~ kalluhuvu, kallu hoo

Malayalam       ~~ Celeyam, kalppuvu

Hindi               ~~ Phathar ke phool, Dagad Phool, Dagarfu

Ingredients: Stone flower

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