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At Belovedsaffron.com, we believe that the key to good food and healthy eating is the proper use of spices, herbs, and other fresh ingredients. We strive to bring awareness of sustainable, organic farming and a wide range of flavors worldwide to our readers.

Our mission also includes recognizing the many wonderful chefs and home cooks who dedicate themselves to creating delicious meals for their families or acclaimed restaurants worldwide.

We treasure any contributions you would like to make to our blog, or if you have a family recipe you'd like to share with our community, please reach out at Farnaz@belovedsaffron.com. You are amazing, and so should your tasty cooking!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of mint are used in Thai cuisine?

The most common type of mint used in Thai cuisine is lime-leaf mint (Mentha Cervina).

It has a mild, lemony flavour that adds freshness and zing to dishes. Other spices such as lemongrass, galangal, garlic and coriander are also frequently added to enhance the flavour of Thai dishes.

Mint can be used as a sweet or savoury herb. For authentic Thai flavours, you must use the right spices and herbs.

next time you make a Thai dish, don't forget to include some lime-leaf mint for extra flavour!

Happy cooking!

Is Paprika used in Thai food?

Yes. It is a key ingredient in many dishes, such as Pad See Ew (Thai-fried rice), made from eggs cooked with coconut milk.

Thai food is a good example of paprika.

Paprika dates back more than 5,000 years to Ancient Greece. The Hungarian language, which means "pepper", is where the word "paprika" came from.

What Thai spice is needed to make Thai food at my home?

Five essential spices are required to create authentic Thai cuisine at home. These include black pepper, turmeric, coriander seed, coriander and cinnamon. Each ingredient is unique and plays an integral role in the creation of delicious dishes.

Black pepper enhances the savoury flavors of curry powder, while cinnamon gives it sweetness. Curry powder is given its characteristic yellow colour by turmeric and coriander seed. Cayenne peppers are hot, and cilantro adds freshness. The final touch is cinnamon which gives depth and complexity to any dish.

You can buy each of these spices in your local grocery shop, or you can order them online.

Statistics

It has been estimated that around 1,000 tons of pepper and 1,000 tons of other common spices were imported into Western Europe each year during the Late Middle Ages. (en.wikipedia.org)
According to the McCormick Science Institute, indigenous Indian spices were cultivated as early as the 8th century BC in the gardens of Babylon. (spicecravings.com)
According to a recent survey, professional chefs and many home cooks use spices; usage has only continued to grow from 2011 to now. (hospitalityinsights.ehl.edu)

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How To

How To Make A Garlic Press?

A garlic press is a valuable tool in every home cook's kitchen. It can be used to quickly mince garlic into a paste. It's also great for crushing whole garlic cloves into a buttery spread or garlic salt.

However, if you don’t already have a garlic pressing machine, you might wonder how to get one. Here are some tips that will help you get started.

First, get a large container. Place the bowl below the press and pour in the crushed garlic. Now, adjust the pressure regulator valve until it reaches maximum.

Next, turn the handle counterclockwise until you hear a click. The top end of the press should lift and reveal a flat area that allows you to slide your blade back and forth across the bowl. Continue turning the handle counterclockwise to close the blades.

Finally, take out the pressed garlic.

Here are other ways you can make use of this versatile tool.