Possible Clues:

• Spice used in curry powder
• Sounds like it's not goin' to be a plant
• Aromatic seeds used for flavouring
• Adobo ingredient
• Ingredient in curry powder
• Aromatic (curry) spice
• Spice often added to curries
• Spice in chili powder
• Plant used in cookery and medicine
• Indian restaurant seasoning