Tah Chin with Chicken and Spinach | Ottolenghi 20

By Jessica Rogers April 6, 2023 12 mins read 2893 Views

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Tah Chin with Chicken and Spinach | Ottolenghi 20

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you spice up a drink?

I love the way spices add flavour to food. But how do you make them come alive when used in drinks?

Spices add a wonderful depth to any beverage. There's nothing better than adding cinnamon or nutmeg in your glass of wine or beer, whether it's coffee, tea, hot chocolate, or cocktails.

Most recipes require ground spices. You will need to use fresh whole spices. While this makes sense, it is costly, takes time and requires storage space.

Here is where the magic happens. It's possible to transform your favorite spices into a powdered form that is easy to use with a bit of creativity. Then you can mix them into your favourite beverages to create delicious spiced drinks.

Two ways can you make powders. One method involves grinding whole spices to a fine powder. One method involves using a mortar-and-pestle to grind spices into a finer consistency.

Whichever method you choose, you'll find that the resulting powder is much easier to measure out and store than whole spices. Powder also keeps well so you won't run dry.

You can experiment with mixing spices to create different flavours. You could make minty water by combining spearmint and peppermint. For spicy ginger tea, use ginger and cardamom capsules.

Once you are proficient in making powdered spice, you can also apply this technique to herbs. You can use basil, rosemary and thyme as common herbs.

The possibilities are endless. Powdered spices can be used to add flavour to beverages or enhance the flavor of dishes like soups, salads and pasta.

What mint is used in Thai food?

Thai cuisine uses the most popular type of mint, the lime-leaf (Mentha cevina).

It is mild and lemony in flavour, which adds freshness as well as zing to dishes. Thai dishes can also be enhanced by adding other spices such galangal or coriander to their flavour.

Mint is versatile and can be used both in sweet and savoury recipes. Using the right spices, herbs, and aromatics is essential to achieving delicious authentic Thai flavours.

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

Enjoy your cooking!

What spices are commonly used in Thai cuisine?

Thai cuisine is well known for its diverse flavour profiles. These flavours come from unique and flavorful spices that create various delicious dishes.

Common ingredients for Thai cooking are galangal, lemongrass, kaffirlim leaves, chillies and garlic.

Each spice adds to Thai cuisine's distinct flavour profile. You will often find lemongrass in soups, curries and stews. Galangal gives dishes a peppery flavor; chilies add a spicy kick to dishes. Shrimp paste adds umami depth to dishes. Coriander adds a mild yet fragrant aroma to dishes. Cumin adds a smokey flavour to dishes. Turmeric gives dishes a bright yellow hue.

These spices work together to create unique flavour profiles for Thai cuisine. A combination of spices can be used to create both aromatic and flavorful dishes. Stock up on these spices if you want to incorporate the Thai flavours into your cooking.

Statistics

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)
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)

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How To

How to cut Shiitake Mushrooms

The shiitakes are doing well. There's nothing wrong about them. But how do they be cut? We've tried everything, even scissors. But they keep falling out our hands. What's the problem?

There's a trick to that. To make the mushroom stem stick out, wrap a rubber band around it and twist it tightly. You won't slip or cut yourself.

This may seem too simple. It is. But it's also very useful.

The rubber band makes stems slippery, making them feel more natural when picked up. It's a good idea to secure the stem.

You can now try it. It's so easy to chop mushrooms now.