Undoubtedly one of the spices most used with cinnamon, nutmeg and pepper. Its antiseptic virtues are well known. In Indonesia, where it comes from, the clove even enters in the composition of a cigarette very appreciated there, the kretek. It gives an incomparable flavor to stews, broths, pork meat (especially ham), marinades, sweets and also to certain spice mixtures, such as garam masala.