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Step into the spice corner and breathe in! Can you imagine the smells of coriander, cumin, and fenugreek?
You know how a coconut starts growing a little green shoot when it begins to sprout? Well, Tulu people found a clever use for these sprouted coconuts! They would take the coconut, remove the outer husk, and make a hole in it. Then, using a stick, they'd carefully scrape out all the soft coconut flesh from inside. What remained was a perfect natural container!
Why It Was the Perfect Spice Keeper
Kept spices dry and fresh
Protected them from insects
Completely natural — no chemicals
Natural lid that sealed tight
What Went Inside?
Coriander seeds
Fresh, citrusy flavourCumin
Earthy warmthFenugreek
Slightly bitter, very healthyPepper
For that kick!…and many other secret family spices!
When a coconut stops being a coconut, it becomes something even more useful.