Distinctive warm, earthy, and slightly sweet flavor enhances soups, stews, and teas
Strong, woody aroma adds depth to both savory and herbal recipes
Whole root form preserves scent for years, while powdered form is convenient for blends
Versatile use in both culinary and traditional herbal preparations
Shelf-stable when stored sealed away from light
Ameen Foods Costus Root (Saussurea costus) is a distinctive aromatic herb long valued in Ayurvedic and Traditional Chinese herbal culture. Recognized for its warm, earthy, and slightly sweet flavor, costus root is used both as a spice and in traditional herbal preparations.
In the kitchen, costus adds a subtle ginger-like depth to soups,
