Herbs and spices were naturally-occurring seasonings derived from the leaves, stems, roots or seeds of plants or minerals. Spices were typically used to create or enhance the flavor of foods and beverages. Herbs, in addition to being used as a seasoning, could be used as a medicine.
In 2372, Neelix offered to make B'Elanna Torres one of his Jibalian seven-spice omelettes. (VOY: "Prototype")
Prior to the development of the akoonah, some Native American tribes used psychoactive herbs to assist in vision quests. (VOY: "The Cloud")
The Kadi of the Delta Quadrant do not approve of spices, or anything else that "inflames the senses". (VOY: "Someone to Watch Over Me")
Types of herbs and spices
- Amber spice
- Bantan
- Basil
- Black pepper
- Cayenne
- Chives
- Dill weed
- Garlic
- Ginger
- Hajjlaran
- Invernian herb
- Jalapeño
- Kreetassan spice
- Makara herb
- Mint
- Moon grass
- Mustard seed
- Nimian sea salt
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Pazafer
- Peppermint
- Prishic
- Redspice
- Salt
- Spith basil
- Takeo herb
- Talaxian spice
- Tarragon
- Tellurian spice
- Terellian spice
- Vulcan mint
See also
- Enolian spice wine
- I'danian spice pudding
- Jibalian seven-spice omelette
- Kolaish spice oil
- Spiced hatana
- Talaxian spice stew
- Vulcan spice tea