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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the 11 Indian spice blends?
Coriander seeds and cumin seeds are the eleven main spices in Indian cuisine.
These ingredients can be found in almost all dishes. These spices add a unique flavor to dishes like curries, chutneys and pickles, rice, bread, and desserts.
Health benefits can also be attained from spices. For example, turmeric helps fight cancer cells. Cloves help protect against bad breath. Black pepper decreases cholesterol. Cinnamon lowers blood pressure. And ginger aids digestion.
A spice rack is a fantastic kitchen tool that allows you experiment with different combinations. You can make your own blends of spices or buy ready-made mixes containing many essential spices.
Some people don't like spices. They believe spices only mask natural flavor and do little to enhance them. A pinch of salt and pepper can enhance the flavor of your food.
Most chefs agree that spices form an integral part of good culinary art. Many dishes would taste bland and boring without spices. So next time you're feeling adventurous, why not try a new recipe and see what happens?
Can you add spice to a beverage?
I love the way spices add flavour to food. But how do you make them come alive when used in drinks?
Spices are great because they bring out the best in any beverage. Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to your favorite beverage, such as coffee, tea, or hot chocolate.
Most recipes call for ground spices. This means that you'll need fresh whole spice. It makes sense but is time-consuming and expensive.
Here is where the magic happens. You can transform your favourite spices into an easy-to-use powdered form with ingenuity. To make tasty spiced drinks, you can combine them with your favourite beverages.
There are two methods to make these powders. The first involves the grinding of whole spices to make fine powder. Another way is to grind the spices in a mortar and pestle.
No matter which method you use, the powder will be much easier to measure and store than whole spices. Plus, the powder keeps well so that you won't run out of stock.
You can also experiment with different spices to create new flavor combinations. For example, you could combine peppermint and spearmint leaves to make minty water. Or ginger and cardamom pods to make spicy ginger tea.
Once you have mastered the art of making powdered spices you can use that same technique for herbs. Some of the most common herbs are basil, rosemary, thyme, oregano and sage.
The possibilities are limitless. Use powdered spices to give your beverages extra flavour or to enhance the taste of dishes such as soups, salads, and pasta.
Almond Flour and Almond Meal: What is the Difference?
As an almond flour alternative, an almond meal is more versatile because it can be used for baking, cooking, and even making nut-free dishes.
Almond flour could also contain gluten making it difficult for some people to digest. Avoid gluten-free food if you have celiac disease, or any other digestive disorder.
Almond flour isn’t considered a superfood per se but it does contain healthy fats, fibre and protein and no cholesterol.
The nutritional benefits of the almond meal include magnesium, copper, iron, zinc, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, and vitamins A, B1 (thiamin), and C. In addition, it provides 25 percent of the daily value for folate, 20 percent for niacin, 15 percent for pantothenic acid, and 5 percent for riboflavin.
Almond flour, made from almonds contains monounsaturated and polyunsaturated oil. Both types help lower LDL (bad) cholesterol levels and increase HDL (good) cholesterol levels.
Almond flour is also rich in antioxidants such as flavonoids and phenolics. These compounds help to prevent oxidative damage from free radicals.
A study published in the Journal of Agricultural Food Chemistry found that almond flour had antioxidant activity equivalent to that of blueberries, cranberries, pomegranates, and red wine grape juice.
Almond flour is typically sold along with almond milk, which is fortified to add additional nutrients.
What's the difference of curry and curried
The spellings are the same. Both words refer to the same thing: an Indian dish combining meat or vegetables with various seasonings.
Curry is derived from the Hindi word kari, which means "to rub". This refers to the way the spice mixture is applied to the food. Curried foods are typically cooked until browned.
Curried dishes were once reserved for special occasions, but today, they're enjoyed frequently throughout India. They include chicken, beef and lamb as well as fish, vegetables and rice.
Plain white rice is usually served with curried dishes. You can also add raita (a yogurt sauce), or chutney (a sweet relish).
Statistics
- Their 14 to 20 percent essential oil content means that cloves have the highest concentration of aroma compounds of any spice. (masterclass.com)
- 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)
- India contributes to 75% of global spice production. (en.wikipedia.org)
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How To
How to store spices for cooking?
I'll show you how to store spices properly for best results. First, we must understand how food is stored.
Because light can diminish the flavour of spices, they should be kept in sealed containers. This is because oxygen reacts with organic compounds like those in spices to cause oxidation.
To prevent oxidation, spices should be stored in dark cupboards. These conditions can cause spices to quickly lose their flavor.
You can preserve the flavor of spices by keeping them in sealed jars, away from direct sunlight.
You can flavor water by adding herbs and spices. For example, mix two teaspoons of ground cinnamon with 1/2 cup of warm water and stir well. Add a squeeze of lemon juice and serve immediately.
Dried herbs and spices can be added to soups and stews, casseroles and rice dishes. Just sprinkle the spice mix evenly over the dish. Let it rest for 5-10 minutes before you serve.
Remaining cooked vegetables, fruit and meats can be used in your favorite recipes to make snacks.
You can enjoy the fresh flavours of fresh herbs or spices by chopping them up and adding them to food while they are still hot. You can also freeze herbs and spices by placing them in ice cube trays or muffin cups and freezing them. Transfer frozen items to zip-top or freezer bags.
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