Garlic chives are a great ingredient, especially if you are cooking Asian dishes. They provide exactly the flavor that you might assume from their name. You can use them in Western dishes as well, since they may be an interesting alternative to both garlic and chives. However, they are not …
Carob is best known as an alternative to products made with cocoa. It is easily the most popular natural substitute for products from the Theobroma cacao tree, which is the tree from which cocoa beans are harvested. Carob powder is made from pods from the Ceratonia siliqua tree, which is …
Harissa powder provides dishes with the traditional flavors found in North African and Middle Eastern cooking. If you are making kebabs, sprinkling harissa powder over them can give them a touch of authenticity. However, no one is perfect and sometimes we unexpectedly run out of spices. If you need a …
Furikake seasoning is a versatile Japanese seasoning that is traditionally used as a topping for rice and noodles. While its use was once limited to Japan, Westerners have begun to adopt it more and more in their cooking. Even so, you may not be able to find furikake seasoning in …
Sugar beets are one of the two main sources for the refined white sugar that you find in grocery stores. According to some experts, it makes up almost a third of the sugar used in the United States. If you are looking for a beet sugar substitute, look at alternatives …
Lime zest is a great spice for adding the sharp, tangy flavor of lime to a dish without the bulk and bitterness of the whole peel or the acidity of the juice. It is also versatile in that it can be used in both sweet and savory dishes. If you …
Vanilla powder consists of vanilla beans that have been dried and powdered. It is intended for use with dry ingredients. Vanilla powder provides a clean, strong vanilla flavor with no moisture and no aftertaste of alcohol. If you absolutely need vanilla flavor in a dry form, then you should seek …
Green peppercorns are a go-to spice for certain classic French dishes and many Thai ones as well. They are worth keeping in your spice cabinet if you are a fan of recipes from either of those two food cultures; however, you may have a hard time finding them if you …