
From papaya seeds disguised as peppercorns to glossy, mineral oil-coated grains that look picture-perfect but taste like nothing, counterfeit peppercorn has become a real concern.

Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) explains the difference between adulterated and natural spices on their social media page.

Food Adulteration Test: The Food and Safety Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) often shares simple ways to check for food adulteration at home. Here are 5 tests you should not miss.