Black mustard seeds are so widely used in cuisines from around the world that every serious cook should keep them on hand. They are a flavorful addition to everything from salad dressings to dry rubs. But there are times you need a substitute. If you cannot find them at your …
Italian seasoning is an American blend of Mediterranean seasonings, meant to simplify the process of making Italian dishes. You don’t need Italian seasoning to make authentic Italian dishes, but it can be beneficial if you want to make some of the popular American versions. It is also versatile and can …
If you are making certain Middle Eastern dishes, the use of baharat spice blend will be essential for getting the right taste. This blend can be easier to find in some places than in others. If you don’t have any pre-made baharat and have no way to get some quickly, …
Tomato powder consists entirely of ground, dehydrated tomatoes. You can use it in any preparation that requires tomato in either sauce or powder form. It has the benefit of having a much longer shelf life when compared to fresh tomatoes. If you are unable to get your hands on tomato …
Celery flakes offer the perfect compromise between fresh celery and celery seed. You get the celery flavor and something closer to the appearance of the vegetable. If having both qualities is important to the success of your dish, you will want to keep some celery flakes in your spice cabinet. …
Fish sauce has been used for centuries as a condiment in Southeast Asia. With the purest blends consisting only of fish and salt, fish sauce is an excellent way to add a distinctive umami flavor to dishes along with salt. While Westerners once knew it only as an ingredient in …
Some recipes require ascorbic acid to keep fruit from browning. It is also useful as a dough improver or dough conditioner in that it strengthens the gluten in bread dough. If you are working with apples or other fruits that are subject to enzymatic browning or want to make bread …
As its name suggests, all purpose seasoning is a way to easily add complex flavors to your dishes without having to measure out multiple spices separately. There are many different all purpose seasoning blends with flavor profiles that differ based on which spices are used and how much of each …