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Also known as: Salab Misri, Salep, Fox Stones, Orchid Tuber, Sahlab.
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Scientific name: Orchis mascula / Eulophia herbacea (A rare tuberous perennial found in high-altitude meadows and woodlands).
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What it’s known for: Its unique ability to act as a natural, nutritious thickening agent; it has a delicate, slightly sweet, and earthy aroma.
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How to prepare: The whole dried tubers are extremely hard; they must be ground into a fine powder and then whisked into boiling milk or water to create a thick, creamy beverage.
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How it’s used: The foundation of the famous "Sahlab" winter drink; it is also a key ingredient in traditional Mediterranean ice creams and heritage-style wellness porridges.
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Quality profile: Authentic, rock-hard dried tubers, carefully cleaned and sun-dried to maintain their high glucomannan content.
