Mustard powder and mustard seed are two forms of the same spice. Mustard powder is the ground form of the mustard seed and is sometimes called ground mustard, mustard flour or dry mustard. Mustard seed is the whole spice. Does the fact that they are the same spice make them …
Celery seed and celery powder both come from the same plant but can have different properties; for example, there are two different products called celery powder. How you approach these seasonings will have a significant impact on your dish. Learn more about celery seeds and celery powder in the SPICEography …
Garam masala and allspice are valuable additions to your spice cabinet that are both widely available and versatile. Sometimes garam masala and allspice are interchangeable, but they can also be very different. To help you learn more about each of these ingredients, here’s another SPICEography Showdown post. How does garam …
Tikka masala and curry powder are two Indian-style spice blends tied to the UK. If you want to replicate the popular meals of British curry houses, you should keep both blends around. Each blend has unique qualities but can sometimes be used in the same ways. To see how tikka …
Tikka masala and garam masala are two widely available spice blends used in Indian and Indian-style dishes. Understanding how they compare can help if you are trying to pick one to use in a dish. The SPICEography Showdown below can help with the comparison. How does tikka masala differ from …
Oregano and mint are related. They belong to the same big family as thyme and rosemary, but that doesn’t mean they are interchangeable since the mint family is particularly diverse. If you are trying to understand the difference between oregano and mint, the SPICEography Showdown below can help. How does …
Fenugreek is one of those versatile plants that offer both an herb and a spice. The leaves and the seeds of the fenugreek plant are each able to contribute flavor. The fenugreek plant belongs to the pea family and is best known for the distinctive note it gives to food …
Cilantro and oregano are two popular culinary herbs. They are staples in many North American kitchens, and you should have both herbs on hand if you plan to cook Mexican and Tex-Mex dishes as well as Mediterranean ones. Cilantro and oregano are flavorful and versatile, so inexperienced cooks should make …