✅NONG Safe
Cinnamon
Cinnamomum verum
SpiceCinnamomum verum/cassia — tree bark spice. Cinnamon is NONG safe and used in both sweet and savory Indian dishes.
About Cinnamon
Cinnamon is the dried inner bark of Cinnamomum trees, offering warm, sweet flavor. Both true cinnamon (Ceylon) and cassia are NONG safe and common in Indian spice blends, desserts, and chai.
🍳 Cooking Tips
Cinnamon is NONG safe. Use sticks in rice dishes, curries, and chai. Ground cinnamon works in desserts and baking. Remove whole sticks before serving.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is cinnamon NONG safe?▼
Yes. Cinnamon is tree bark from the Lauraceae family and has no relation to alliums. It is NONG safe.
Is cinnamon allowed during fasting?▼
Yes. Cinnamon is permitted during Navratri and other Hindu fasts. It's commonly used in fasting beverages.