Baraka Brand Whole Cloves 5.3 oz. Product of Jordan Common Uses: Cloves have a strong, warm, and rich flavor that works well in a variety of dishes and applications. They add depth to meat stews, curries, soups, rice dishes (like biryani and pilaf), and baked goods such as gingerbread and pumpkin pie. They are a key ingredient in spiced teas (chai), mulled wine, and hot cider. Traditional Remedies: Due to the compound eugenol, cloves have been traditionally used for temporary relief of toothaches and gum pain by providing mild numbing and antiseptic effects.