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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the ten best-loved spices?
Spices are used for flavouring foods and drinks. Some spices are more widespread than others. There are hundreds more varieties of spices. Let's now take a look at some of the most well-known spices to find out why they are so beloved.
Because spices add flavour and aroma to food, they are essential for cooking. Many spices are also rich in vitamins and minerals that can keep your body healthy.
Here are the top ten most-loved spices.
- Cinnamon - This spice is known to improve digestion and lower cholesterol levels. It also helps to prevent colds and flu.
- Garlic - This spice is known to boost immunity and fight infections. It aids in digestion and lowers blood pressure.
- Oregano is a spice that boosts energy and increases athletic performance. It helps to fight infection and improve memory.
- Black Pepper -This spice is full of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. It also helps reduce stress and heart disease.
- Basil -Basil contains vitamin K, calcium, and iron. It can also help fight cancer cells, and boost metabolism.
- Salt & Vinegar - These two ingredients make a tasty combination. Both vinegar as well as salt are highly effective against viruses.
- Cloves – Clove oil can be used to treat sore throats and toothaches. It also eases muscle spasms and cramps.
- Ginger – Ginger has been proved to relieve nausea and morning vomiting during pregnancy. It can also clear your sinuses.
- Curry Powder-Curries have been around since ancient time. They were initially made with coconut milk, but we now use different oils or ghee bases.
- Turmeric is one of the oldest and most important medicinal herbs.
Try these 10 popular spices next time you are looking to add flavor to your meals. You may be surprised at what you find!
What does Thai spice serve?
It's a term we all have heard, even though we don't know what it actually means. We are left wondering why we don't eat more Thai spice when our mouths water.
It's not just any spice. It is an essential ingredient that brings flavor and depth into dishes that might otherwise be boring.
While there are thousands of Thai-inspired recipes out there, few of them contain the real thing. So let's help you figure out how to ensure you're adding these delicious flavors to your meals.
Thais have been using spices and herbs to flavor food and drinks since ancient times. The name Thai originates from the Sanskrit word for "to cook."
Many Thais love spicy foods, even today. This preference is often explained by the hot climate in Thailand that makes it difficult to stay warm while drinking hot drinks. Additionally, Thais consume much more chili peppers than Europeans or Americans.
It is a great way to learn more about Thai spices. There, you'll find a wide variety of ingredients, including dried chilies, fresh basil leaves, curry paste, and even ground black pepper.
You might also find whole peppercorns and cloves as well as cinnamon sticks, star anise pods (star anise), cardamom pods ginger root, cumin seeds coriander seeds seeds, fennel seed, nutmeg mace, mustard seeds, saffron threads garlic, onion, rice vinegar, and tamarind juice.
Thai cuisine uses both dry and wet spices. The dry spices are usually ground while the wet spices are crushed or pounded finely.
Dry spices are added directly to a dish. For example, you can sprinkle ground red pepper onto your chicken soup. In order to make a paste out of wet spices, oil or butter is often used.
Wet spices are usually used in marinades, sauces, and dressings. Common wet spices include oyster sauce, fish sauce and sesame oils, curry paste, hoisin sauce, and sesame seed oil.
If you want to try making Thai dishes at home, you need to know which spices go well with certain ingredients.
Red pepper flakes can be used to season beef. White pepper is better for seafood such as shrimp.
You can also order online if your Asian market is not available. This market has everything you need, including dried chilies as well as exotic herbs and spices.
You might want to try these Thai recipes next time you feel hungry.
What is the difference in curry and curried?
There is no difference between the spellings. Both terms refer to the exact same thing: An Indian dish that combines meat and vegetables with different seasonings.
Curry derives its name from the Hindi word kari which means "to rub." The spice mixture is then applied to the food. Curried foods should be cooked until they are golden brown.
Curried dishes are no longer reserved for special occasions. They're now commonplace in India. They can include chicken, beef, lamb, 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).
What kind of mint are used in Thai cuisine?
Thai cuisine has the most widespread use of lime-leaf mint (Mentha certvina).
It has a mild, citrusy flavour that gives dishes a freshness and zing. Other spices such as lemongrass, galangal, garlic and coriander are also frequently added to enhance the flavour of Thai dishes.
Mint is versatile and can be used both in sweet and savoury recipes. You can create authentic Thai flavours by choosing the right herbs, spices, and aromatics.
For extra flavor, make sure to add lime-leaf mint next time you prepare a Thai meal!
Happy cooking!
What are the principal Flavours in Thai Cuisine?
Thai cuisine includes several distinct regional cuisines. These include Northern, Central and Southern Thai food. Each region has its unique flavour profile.
Thai food is known for its sweet, salty and sour flavors.
Thais consider sweetness essential because it makes dishes taste good. Thai cuisine includes sweet ingredients like palm sugar (gulamelaka) or coconut milk.
In Thailand, sourness is very popular. Hot dishes can often be paired with sour foods. This combination balances out the heat.
Thai food also includes spicy food. Thai recipes often include spices such as galangal and ginger root.
Statistics
- 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)
- 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
Do you know how to make curry paste?
Curry paste uses dried chillies, shallots, galangal root, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaf, garlic, shrimp paste, sugar, salt, and sometimes coconut milk. It is used extensively in Thai cuisine.
Curry paste is a popular condiment in Southeast Asia. It adds a unique flavour to many dishes, such as curries, soups, stir-fries, salads, rice dishes, noodles, and desserts.
It is very easy to make it at home. Just follow our step-by-step guide below:
Step1 - Prepare Ingredients
- Before you start making this recipe, prepare all ingredients.
- To begin, you will need to peel and chop shallots (about 2 cups). Then, cut the galangal roots into small pieces (approximately 3 inches in length), and then set aside.
- Next, remove and cut the cloves of garlic (about four cloves). Lemongrass stems about 1/2 inch thick should be removed and finely chopped.
- Then, crush dried red chilli peppers (about four tablespoons) and remove the seeds (optional).
- Cut the kaffirlime leaves into small strips, approximately 5 inches in length. The white part of your stem should be removed and put aside.
- Next, drain and wash the shrimp paste (6 ounces), and then coarsely mashing it.
- Last, take out the salt and sugar.
Step2 - Grind Ingredients
- Grind all ingredients together until smooth.
- The texture should be comparable to peanut butter.
- Note: if you want to reduce the amount of oil in the dish, you can substitute some water for some of the oil.
Step3 - Add Coconut Milk
- Add coconut milk to the mixture, and mix well.
- Slowly add coconut water to prevent the paste from getting too sticky.
- For a milder taste, use less chillies and more galangal roots.
- For a more spicy taste, increase the amount of chillies and reduce the use of galangal root. The final result should taste good to you.
Step4: Serve
- Top it with your favorite foods.
- Enjoy!
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