Spices can tell a lot about the cuisine of a culture and are used in a variety of dishes, from savory to sweet, and from spicy to mild. Using a little spice ingredients will help increase the flavor and appeal of the dish. In this article, Atlsa will introduce you to some of the popular spices in Western culinary culture, helping you better understand the richness and diversity of culinary culture.
Pepper (Allspice)
Allspice tastes like a combination of cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves, which is why it was named Allspice. This spice is used in both savory and sweet cooking. It adds a distinct flavor to baked goods such as cakes. It is also the main ingredient of Jamaican Jerk.
Star anise
Star anise brings licorice flavor to the dish. It is commonly used in Southeast Asian cooking to add flavor to sandwiches, beverages like tea, pork and poultry.
Cardamom
Cardamom has a strong aroma and a warm, sweet flavor. It is commonly used in cakes, rice dishes and sweet puddings. Because of its strong taste, you should use only a little bit. It is widely used in East India and Scandinavi.
Cayenne
Cayenne, also known as red chili, is a strong, spicy powder made from tropical chili. With more than 200 types, it is popularly used for many dishes in Africa, China, Mexico, the US and Southeast Asia.
Clove
Cloves provide a sweet and spicy flavor to sweet and spicy recipes. Use it in baked goods, smoked meats, sauces, curries and some drinks.
Coriander seeds
Coriander seeds are dried seeds of coriander plants. Tastes like a combination of lemon, sage and caraway. This spice can be used for curries, soups, and some drinks. It is commonly used in Indian, Mexican and Asian cuisine.
Dill seeds
Fennel seeds bring a light and sweet licorice flavor to dishes. Fennel seeds are used to add flavor to savory dishes, including fish, sauces, meatballs and sausages. It is popular in Mediterranean cuisines.
Garam Masala
Garam Masala is a spice mix like black pepper, cinnamon, clove and cardamom, sometimes mace and nutmeg. It is widely used in Indian cooking, and is often added at the end of cooking.
Ginger
Ginger brings a sweet and spicy flavor to many sweet and savory dishes. Dry ginger has a different flavor from fresh ginger. Ginger is known for its use in baked goods, gingerbreads, and spice biscuits, and is also delicious in delicious dishes like soups or stews. Ginger is a popular spice in Asian and Southeast Asian dishes.
Mace
Mace is the red crust of nutmeg. It tastes and smells like a stronger version of nutmeg, and is a bit more bitter. Mace is used to add flavors to baked goods, sausages or cream sauces. This spice is popular in East Indian cooking.
Nutmeg
Nutmeg has a warm, spicy and sweet flavor. It can be used in sweet dishes or baked goods, eggs and fruits. It can also be combined with vegetables. Like Mace, nutmeg is popular in East Indian cooking.
Paprika
Paprika is made from a special kind of sweet peppers and red oranges, which are dried and ground. It can range from mild to hot, depending on the type of chili. Paprika is suitable when paired with vegetables, sauces, eggs, kebabs or poultry. This spice is popular in Spanish, South American and Hungarian cooking.
