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Frequently Asked Questions

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 in Hindi from kari, which means to rub. This refers the way that the spice mix is applied onto the food. Curry is typically prepared until the food is golden brown.

Curried dishes weren't always reserved for special occasions. Today, they can be enjoyed throughout India. They can be made with chicken, beef or lamb and include vegetables as well.

Plain white rice is often served with curried dishes. Other common accompaniments include raita (a yogurt sauce) and chutney (a sweet relish).

How to Store Spices

Keep them out of the sun and heat.

If you want to keep spices fresh for a long time, place them into a dark cupboard. This will keep the spices fresh and prevent any oxidation.

Store your spices in a cool, dry area away from direct sunlight. The spice may lose flavour and aroma if placed near a window or heater.

Spices are best stored in an airtight glass jar or tin. If you are storing your spices in plastic containers, ensure there is no moisture.

As humidity can cause mold growth, it is important to check the seal before opening or resealing.

If you have leftover spices, don't throw them away. You can make use of them by adding them to your favorite dishes. They can be frozen to prolong their shelf-life.

Almond Meal vs. Almond Flour: What's the Difference?

An almond meal can be used as an alternative to almond flour. It can also be used in cooking and baking.

Almond flour might also contain gluten, which can make it hard to digest. Avoid gluten-free food if you have celiac disease, or any other digestive disorder.

Although almond flour isn’t considered to be a “superfood”, it is rich in healthy fats and fibre.

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 is made with almonds. Almond oils contain polyunsaturated essential fatty acids. Both help to lower LDL (bad), and increase HDL levels.

Almond flour is high in antioxidants including phenolics, flavonoids, and proanthocyanidins. These compounds protect against free radical-induced oxidative harm.

An experiment published in the Journal of Agricultural Food Chemistry showed that almond flour has an equivalent antioxidant activity to that of blueberries.

Almond flour is usually sold alongside almond milk, fortified with additional nutrients.

What kind of mint are used in Thai cuisine?

Thai cuisine has the most widespread use of lime-leaf mint (Mentha certvina).

It adds freshness to dishes with its mild, lemony flavor. Thai dishes often include other spices such as galangal (lemongrass), garlic, and coriander.

Mint is a versatile herb and can be used in both sweet and savoury recipes. 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!

Enjoy your cooking!

Statistics

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)
According to Healthline, pink Himalayan salt is estimated to contain up to 84 minerals and trace elements, which gives the salt its special pink color. (spicecravings.com)

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How To

Do You Know How to Make Curry Paste?

Curry paste includes dried chillies (scallions, shallots), galangal root and lemongrass as well as kaffir lime leaves, garlic, shrimp pastes, sugar, salt and sometimes coconut milk. It's used extensively in Thai cuisine.

Curry paste is a popular condiment in Southeast Asia. This unique flavor can be added to many dishes including curries, soups and stir-fries as well as rice dishes, noodles, desserts, and rice dishes.

It is very easy to make it at home. Follow our step-by–step guide below.

Step1 - Prepare Ingredients

Before you can start the recipe, it is important to have all the ingredients ready.
First, peel and chop shallots (2 cups). Next, cut galangal root into small chunks (about 3 inches) and put aside.
Next, you will need to peel and slice the garlic cloves (about 4 cloves). The lemongrass stems should be roughly 1/2 inch thick.
Next, crush the dried red chilli peppers (4 tablespoons) and then remove the seeds (optional).
Cut the kaffirlime leaves into small strips, approximately 5 inches in length. Next, remove the white part from the stem and leave it alone.
Next, drain and wash the shrimp paste (6 ounces), and then coarsely mashing it.
Last, take out the salt and sugar.

Step2 - Grind Ingredients

Blend all ingredients together until smooth.
The texture should be very similar to peanut butter.
If you would like to reduce the amount oil in your dish, you could substitute water for some of it.

Step3 - Add Coconut Milk

Mix the coconut milk into the mixture.
You should slowly add the coconut milk so that it doesn't get too sticky.
You can reduce the amount of chillies and increase the quantity of galangal root if you prefer it less spicy.
You can make it more spicy by adding more chilies and less galangal root. The final product should be tasty to you.

Step4 – Serve