Hyssop and lavender both belong to the Lamiaceae family, which makes them relatives of mint. As a result, they have a lot in common with each other and with other members of the Lamiaceae family like basil and like rosemary. Despite their commonalities, you should not simply switch them out in a recipe without learning more about their properties. To learn more about hyssop and lavender, read the comparison in this edition of SPICEography Showdown.
Spice Comparisons
Comfrey Vs. Arnica: SPICEography Showdown
Comfrey and arnica are two medicinal herbs that each have an array of uses. It is important to note that both are recommended primarily for use as topical treatments. Most recent resources suggest using them to make poultices, creams, and gels solely for external application; however, both herbs have a long history of internal use as well despite modern health concerns. If you are trying to differentiate between these two plants or deciding whether to use one or the other to treat a condition, consider the comparison in the following comfrey vs. arnica SPICEography Showdown.
Cumin Vs. Curry Powder: SPICEography Showdown
Cumin and curry powder two staple seasonings that you will find in the spice cabinets of serious and casual cooks all over the world. Both provide distinctive flavors with some similarities. It is also possible to get them confused, especially if you are new to the world of spices. Below, we will take a look at qualities that cumin and curry powder share as well as what makes each a good seasoning.
Sage Vs. Lavender: SPICEography Showdown
Sage and lavender are two aromatic herbs that are well known but which are probably not as widely used as they should be. While they have a few characteristics in common, it would be a mistake to assume that these herbs are exactly the same. If you are faced with a choice between one or the other, use the SPICEography Showdown below to decide which of the two is right for your dish.
Feverfew Vs. Butterbur: SPICEography Showdown
Feverfew and butterbur are two plants with well-known medicinal properties, some of which are common to both. They also both belong to the Asteraceae family making them relatives of the dandelion. Beyond that, they are different in several ways. If you are trying to choose between one or the other, it is important to understand what benefits you will get from each. Consider the following comparison in this SPICEography Showdown.
Walnut Flour Vs. Almond Flour: SPICEography Showdown
Walnut flour and almond flour are two nut flours that have a lot in common. For example, both contain heart-healthy fats that make them better for you. Their fat content also means that they come with a high potential for oxidation. You will want to store your walnut and almond …
German Vs. Roman Chamomile: SPICEography Showdown
Chamomile is one of the more popular medicinal herbs and one that is used mostly for making tea. German and Roman chamomile are among the most popular of the different chamomile varieties. They have a lot in common besides the chamomile name. While they are both members of the Asteraceae …
Kosher Salt Vs. Himalayan Salt: SPICEography Showdown
Kosher salt is best known as the salt used in Jewish religious rites where it was sprinkled onto meat to draw the blood to the surface. Its job was to keep the blood there so that it could be washed away. Pink Himalayan salt is mined in Pakistan and its culinary applications revolve mostly around its appearance. Both are salts and are very similar in terms of their chemistry. In order to know when to use one and when to use the other, you will need to know how these two salts are similar and how they differ. We will cover that in the SPICEography Showdown below.