grains of paradise
noun phrase
: the pungent seeds of a West African plant (Aframomum melegueta) of the ginger family that are used as a spice
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Bright citrus flavors dominate the palate, followed by floral undertones and a hint of spice from cardamom and grains of paradise.
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Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 16 Apr. 2025
The other kind, sold during the second month, is a sourdough brioche with grains of paradise (a West African spice) and a jam filling.
—Chelsea Brasted, Southern Living, 13 Jan. 2025
Every cook has their own blend of spices in pepper-soup seasoning: vanilla-like uda pods; the mellow heat of grains of paradise; floral uziza, or African black pepper; a whisper of bouillon powder.
—Helen Rosner, The New Yorker, 12 Nov. 2023
These include cayenne pepper, veld grape, and grains of paradise, as well as EGCG and caffeine from green tea leaves.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 5 June 2023
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Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 16 Apr. 2025
The other kind, sold during the second month, is a sourdough brioche with grains of paradise (a West African spice) and a jam filling.
—Chelsea Brasted, Southern Living, 13 Jan. 2025
Every cook has their own blend of spices in pepper-soup seasoning: vanilla-like uda pods; the mellow heat of grains of paradise; floral uziza, or African black pepper; a whisper of bouillon powder.
—Helen Rosner, The New Yorker, 12 Nov. 2023
These include cayenne pepper, veld grape, and grains of paradise, as well as EGCG and caffeine from green tea leaves.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 5 June 2023
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“Grains of paradise.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grains%20of%20paradise. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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