Spices, or the Dawn of the Modern Age
from Tastes of Paradise: A Social History of Spices, Stimulants, and Intoxicants
by Wolfgang Schivelbusch
published by Vintage Books, A Division of Random House ISBN 0-679-74438-X ...
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The spice trade is one of the oldest in the world. Traders in the profession of buying and selling spices gained considerable wealth and power over the years, ...
Spices
Spices will have better flavor and a longer shelf life if you buy them whole--as berries, seeds, or quills--and grind them just before you use them.
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Listed below are some spices frequently used in Scandinavian, Finnish and Russian cooking and in the recipes of this site.
Whole spices compared to ground spices
Most spices and herbs are available in either a finely ground form for cooking or in the raw form as a seed, nut, leaf, or tuber. Most of the time, the ground form is required to properly flavor the dish.
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Spices, both whole and ground, do have a shelf life, although it is longer than some people might imagine. Spices do not go bad in the sense of becoming rancid or spoiled, but they do lose potency and complex layers of flavor.
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Whether you sort spices alphabetically or by type, a recessed wall rack taps normally unused space to put them in easy reach.
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The story of the spices of Araby, told by every food writer, is an exciting story, but is completely untrue.
Indian Cooking Recipe : Potatoes With Spices And Sesame Seeds
Ingredients :
8 small potatoes
2 tsp whole cumin seeds
¼ tsp whole fenugreek seeds
2 tsp whole black mustard seeds
6 tbsp vegetable oil
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basil, oregano, parsley, tarragon, rosemary, cumin, cayenne, crushed red pepper, thyme, bay leaves, ginger, mustard powder, marjoram, allspice, nutmeg, paprika, cinnamon, salt, pepper, white pepper, whole black peppercorns.
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Aromatic seasonings from seeds, bark, roots, and stems of edible plants. Spices include cinnamon, cumin, turmeric, ginger, and pepper, among others.
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Spices
What are Spices? In the culinary arts, the word spice refers to any dried part of a plant, other than the leaves ... Read the definition of Spices.
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Spices - Any of a large variety of piquant or aromatic seasonings obtained from the seeds, stem, root, bark, buds, or fruit of plants and trees. Herbs refer more to the leaves of said plants.
Spices:
The seeds and skin of plants ( berries, bark, fruits, unopened flowers) used to flavor foods. Unlike herbs, spices are almost always dried.
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Add the spices to the water and bring to the boil. Pour onto the tea and allow to brew for 5 minutes. Stir, strain onto the sugar and stir until dissolved. Add the fruit juices.
Spices from India, E Asia, and the East Indies were in demand from ancient times; they were carried by caravan across China and India to ports of the Mediterranean Sea or the Persian Gulf and thence to the marketplaces of Athens, Rome, ...
Spices are seasonings obtained from the bark, buds, fruit or flower parts, roots, seeds or stems of various aromatic plants and trees. Herbs and spices should be stored in air tight glass jars.
Spices and herbs are added one at a time to hot oil and this tempering is either done as the first step in the cooking process, before adding the vegetables for example, or as the last, pouring the tempered oil over dal.
Spices with anise flavour are also known from other plant families. The best-known examples are star anise and licorice, furthermore some Thai basil varieties, tarragon and Mexican tarragon.
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Allspice: This spice gets its name because it resembles the combined flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
Spices, herbs and seasoned rubs, oh my! Mix in a few flavor additions to your dish to elevate the taste.
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Other spices that go well with pea sauce include coriander, cloves, cumin, chili powder, tumeric, allspice and lemon. Use one or more of these spices, depending on the dish you are using the sauce with.
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A blend of spices that is a common seasoning in India. There are many variations, but some of the spices included in the blend are cinnamon, cloves, cumin, curry powder, ginger, nutmeg, pepper, and turmeric.
A blend of spices that is a common seasoning in India. There are many varia...
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Mixture of spices used in making curries and in Indian cooking; mild, medium and hot. Generally contains differing amounts of turmeric, chilli powder, coriander, cumin, ginger, pepper.
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They do use spices, again not too much to overpower or change the flavour of a meal.
Lemons and garlic are used abundantly, to flavour meat, fish and vegetables whilst cooking, in sauces and dressings.
Measuring spices
When measuring spices, use special spice spoons which are thinner and can easily fit into the spice bottle. Fill the spoon and shake in the bottle to even out the surface. You can be a little more liberal with herbs.
A mixture of spices, or a combination of herds and spices. The spices can be dry or fresh. It can also be a combination of dry and fresh ingredients, such as fresh chilies, onions, garlic or ginger.
Sprinkle the spices over the onion and almonds and cook for one minute. Scatter the pear pieces into the pan and add the garlic, apricots, sultanas, cranberries, orange and lemon zest. Stir together over a medium heat for 1-2 minutes.
Curry powder spices up this bright orange pumpkin soup. For a pretty presentation, add a swirl of plain yogurt on top.
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Masala - spices
Masoor dal - skinned split red lentils (they actually orange in color)
Mint - widely used herb often paired with lamb. Indian mint has a stronger flavor and more pungent aroma than Western varieties.
Jamaican Jerk Spices - A concoction of spices that includes cinnamon, chiles, allspice, cloves, garlic, onions, and thyme.
Jambalaya - A Creole dish that is made with rice, tomatoes, onions, and meat.
Julienne - To cut food into thin strips.
Seasoning and Spices:
1. Soy Sauce, 2. Hot pepper sauce, 3. Monosodium glutamate, 4.
Sesame paste, 5. Salt and sugar, 6. Vinegar, 7. Wine, 8. Garlic, 9.
A dry blend of spices, chopped nuts and seeds eaten with bread and oil or used as a seasoning. Also known as dukka, it is available from Middle Eastern, gourmet food stores and supermarkets.
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Fresh herbs and spices are better but dried will do nicely if you don't have access to fresh. You can use kitchen string (I have a roll of kite string in our kitchen) to tie the bundle together or even tie the four corners to themselves.
A combination of spices usually including mustard seed, bay leaves, cinnamon, pepper, allspice, ginger, turmeric, and cardamom. Pickling spices are used primarily for pickling foods, but may also be used to season certain dishes.
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Substitute herbs, spices or citrus zest for salt.
Rinse high-sodium foods like pickles, olives and canned vegetables and beans in fresh water before eating.
Eat more fruits and vegetables.
Apple, nuts, and spices ground together and mixed with wine are symbolic of the mortar used by Hebrew slaves to build Egyptian structures. There are several variations in the recipe for charoset.
The name means four spices: black peppercorns, whole cloves, nutmeg, ground ginger
Panch Phoran
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Curry: A mixture of spices used primarily in Indian cuisine; may include turmeric, coriander, cumin, cayenne or other chilies, cardamom, cinnamon, clove, fennel, fenugreek, ginger, and garlic. Also, a dish seasoned with curry.
was one of the most desirable eastern spices from ancient to medieval
times, but is now mainly relegated to flavoring desserts, at least in
the west. C.innamon is often confused with its close relative cassia,
especially in powdered form.
alchermesA red-coloured liqueur made from flowers and spices with a slightly bitter taste, traditionally used to make Zuppa Inglese. alloroBay Leaf. It is almost always used dry.
The process of frying whole spices in hot oil. Basmati. The best type of long grain rice. Bay leaf. Tej patia. This very well known leaf is used fresh or dried in certain Indian recipes. Besan. Chickpea flour. Bhajee or bhaji.
Harusame Thin, transparent bean gelatin noodles Hashi Chopsticks Hatahata Sandfish Hichimi Togarashi Mixed hot spices for table use.
CervezaBeer Ceviche Salad made of raw fish "cooked" in limejuice combined with tomatoes, onions, spices, chiles, served with chips as an appetizer.Chalupa Boat shaped, fried corn tortillas, garnished with sauce, lettuce and onions.
It tastes like a combination of a number of aromatic spices. Often used with Middle Eastern cuisine. Almond Paste A blend of ground almonds, sugar, and glucose. Used in a variety of confections.
The may also be flavored with coffee, chocolate, or spices. Amaretti, from Italy, are a type of macaroon.
Macedoine - A mixture of fruit or vegetables. Vegetable macedoine are cut into small dice and used as a garnish to meats.
The addition of sugar and spices produces the various bitter to sweet chocolates used in baking. Milk solids are added for milk chocolate.
Condiments: Food seasonings such as salt, pepper, vinegar, spices.
Cool: To let stand at room temperature until no longer warm.
Cream: To work one or more ingredients until soft and creamy. Applied to fat and sugar.
In Mexican cuisine, this is a spicy, dark-red sauce or paste made from ground chiles, spices, herbs and vinegar. Adobo can be used as a marinade and as a serving sauce. Ancho Chile [ahn-cho] ...
paste, chilis, garlic and other spices - used with grilled meats
Chop Suey: literally means odds and ends - served with rice or soy sauce
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A mixture of spices and herbs such as sage, thyme, celery salt, and savory. Used in poultry, pork, and fish dishes or stuffings.
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Allspice: A single spice, rather than a combination of all spices. Allspice has a flavor of cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves, thus the name "allspice".
Allumette: Any of various match stick size puff pastry items made in thin sticks or strips.
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