Are Ground Spices Processed? Understanding the Journey from Plant to Powder
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According to the American Spice Trade Association, approximately 877 million pounds of spices are used in the United States each year, most of which are in a ground form. The short answer to whether ground spices are processed is yes, and understanding this transformation from whole plant matter to fine powder reveals why some spices are more flavorful than others.
