What were the main spices obtained by the Portuguese from Southeast Asia?
Pepper and cinnamon
Nutmeg and cloves
Saffron and paprika
Turmeric and ginger
Answer
The main spices initially obtained by the Portuguese from Southeast Asia were pepper and cinnamon. These spices, along with others, were new to Europe and helped boost the economy of the Portuguese Empire.
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