{"product_id":"cassia-cinnamon-sticks","title":"Cinnamon Sticks (Cassia)","description":"\u003cp\u003eCassia Cinnamon sticks, widely known as Chinese cinnamon, occupy a prominent place in the spice racks of both home cooks and professional chefs worldwide. These bold, reddish-brown sticks are cherished for their robust, spicy-sweet flavor and intoxicating aroma that adds depth and warmth to dishes. Utilized in either their distinctive rolled quill form or ground to a rich, fragrant powder, cassia cinnamon enhances food profiles, as well as brings a comforting scent to our living spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCassia Cinnamon's flavor profile, both intense and slightly bitter, makes it a favorite ingredient in a variety of savory and sweet dishes. Its inherent warmth is the foundation of numerous spice blends, and it’s frequently used in stews and curries in many Asian cuisines. As a highlight in the world of desserts, cassia cinnamon graces everything from baked goods to hot drinks, infusing them with its unique essence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCassia Cinnamon sticks are also esteemed beyond the kitchen. Their fragrance is harnessed in home fragrances, providing a warm, familiar scent. When steeped in hot water, they make a comforting beverage with a naturally warming, spiced character. The multifaceted roles of cassia cinnamon sticks testify to their indispensability in our culinary traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDrop one stick into a pot of rice pilau, a curry base, mulled wine or a poaching syrup and lift it out before serving. Cassia is bold, so one stick handles a litre of liquid comfortably, and a stick simmered in milk for twenty minutes infuses a custard base. Technique tip: snap the stick in two before it goes in, since the exposed inner surface gives up flavour far faster than the smooth rolled outside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCinnamomum cassia\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cassia Cinnamon, Chinese Cinnamon, Cinnamomum cassia, Cinnamomum aromaticum, Cinnamomum burmannii, Bastard Cinnamon, False Cinnamon, Saigon Cinnamon, Padang cassia, Korintje\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ameen Foods","offers":[{"title":"50g (Jar)","offer_id":39322768244758,"sku":"660111231061","price":6.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200g (Pouch)","offer_id":42202945519638,"sku":"","price":11.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400g (Pouch)","offer_id":42202945552406,"sku":"","price":19.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0550\/8602\/2678\/files\/CinnamonSticks.png?v=1716828060","url":"https:\/\/ameenfoods.ca\/products\/cassia-cinnamon-sticks","provider":"Ameen Foods","version":"1.0","type":"link"}