Andaliman facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Andaliman |
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Zanthoxylum
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acanthopodium
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Andaliman, also known as Zanthoxylum acanthopodium, is a special flowering plant. It belongs to the Rutaceae family, which includes citrus fruits.
About Andaliman
Andaliman is famous for its unique flavor. It is used as a spice in cooking. People use the outer part of its seeds, called the pericarp.
Where Andaliman Grows
This plant grows in many parts of Asia. You can find it in southern China. It also grows in Bangladesh and Bhutan. Northern India and Nepal are also home to it. Laos, Myanmar, and northern Thailand have it too. It is found in Vietnam and Indonesia. Specifically, it grows in the highlands of northern Sumatra. It is also found in Peninsular Malaysia.
How Andaliman is Used
Andaliman is similar to Sichuan pepper. Sichuan pepper is another spice from the same plant family. Both spices can make your tongue feel a little numb. This feeling is unique and tingly.
But andaliman has its own special taste. It has a fresh, lemon-like flavor. This is like the taste of lemongrass. It also has a hint of pandan leaf. Pandan is a fragrant leaf used in cooking. These flavors make andaliman a popular spice. It is used in many dishes, especially in Indonesian cuisine.
See also
In Spanish: Zanthoxylum acanthopodium para niños
