SPICEography 
Indian cooking is famous for its implementation of spices from India and from all over the world. Some of these spices are more widely used than others. Here are some of the most popular spices in Indian cooking. Green cardamom Like black pepper, green cardamom comes from India’s Malabar Coast. …
Dashi is a difficult ingredient to replace. Many Japanese food experts will tell you that it is impossible and that you would be better off not trying. To a certain extent, they are right. The complex umami character of dashi is difficult to replace; however, there are ingredients that can …
Avocado oil is a versatile and healthy oil that has become trendy in recent years. It’s made from the avocado fruit, which is widely prized for its health benefits. And avocado oil is one of the few cooking oils not extracted from seeds. Avocado oil has a mostly neutral taste …
If you want to master Italian cooking, learning about the essential spices is a good place to start. Italian food is all about herbs and spices. An understanding of the most commonly used Italian spices and other seasonings is essential if you want to make the classic traditional dishes. The …
Fleur de sel is an expensive sea salt with some unique qualities that help to justify the price. Kosher salt is much more affordable and brings a different set of assets to the table. How do they compare? Let’s dive into the similarities and differences between these two types of …
Khmeli suneli (dried spices) is a Georgian spice blend that shows up in many different recipes from the Caucuses, from soups and stews to grilled meats and vegetables. It is often compared to garam masala. While it can have certain spices in common with garam masala, khmeli suneli also has …
Green peppercorns and capers are often recommended as substitutes for each other. In theory, this makes sense since they both have some important similarities; however, they have some big differences as well. Let’s compare these two ingredients so that you can make the best choices for your recipes. How do …
Burdock root is a root vegetable used mostly in dishes from Japan and Taiwan, from soups to stir-fry. For instance, it is essential if you are trying to make an authentic version of the Japanese dish kinpira gobo. If you cannot find it, you may be able to replace it …