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Licorice is one of those flavors that you either love or hate, which means that it won’t be as common as some of the more popular spices. You may find yourself in need of a substitute if you want to make your own licorice candy, root beer, or licorice tea. …
Mint is an ancient herb that provides one of the most popular flavor profiles. Along with its flavoring benefits, it is an effective medicine that you can use to treat multiple ailments. Like any other flavorful ingredient, it can make or break a dish depending on how well you use …
Turbinado sugar is a brown sugar, technically speaking; however, it is not the same product as brown sugar. If you are trying to decide which to use and especially if you plan to replace one with the other, you will want to learn what factors make each of them unique. …
The bergamot herb shares its name with the bergamot fruit and its aromatic extract. That’s not the only thing it shares — all three products have the same strong citrus note. Fresh bergamot herb is not easy to find unless you grow it yourself. If you want to use it …
Coriander is a name for the seeds of the cilantro plant, which is itself called coriander in many parts of the world. Coriander seeds are especially well-known for their use in Indian, Latin American, and Middle Eastern foods, but they can also be found in various recipes from around the …
Flax seeds have drawn a lot of attention in recent years, being dubbed a superfood by many nutrition experts. They are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, low-carb, gluten-free, high in fiber, high in protein, as well as being vegan, paleo, and keto-friendly. If you are unfamiliar with this ancient food, …
While much of the unique flavor of the jerk style of cooking has to do with the type of wood used to smoke the meat, a lot of has to do with the seasoning. Jerk seasoning’s flavor is as complex as it is pungent. While it has a distinctive flavor, …
Shoyu is Japanese soy sauce and is arguably the most popular variety of soy sauce in the West. It is used in recipes for a variety of Japanese dishes and condiments. It’s great in gyoza dipping sauce and in the glaze for teriyaki chicken. While it helps to have shoyu …