On this episode of Spice Oddities, Reuben focuses on grains of Selim, a spice that is common in some parts of Africa but fairly rare in most of the rest of the world. The episode discusses where grains of Selim are grown and used, as well as various culinary uses for this peppery pod.

Spice Oddities is a shorter-form series that highlights uncommon spices and ingredients from around the world.

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