#TheSituationRoom Thursday July 13.07.2023

Saffron is our love affair; a culinary crescendo that evokes a warmth of its own. But cooking is so much more than a single ingredient — it’s also about respect. It’s about respecting people from different cultures who dedicate their lives to creating something extraordinary with every dish they serve; family meals or five-star restaurants alike.

And that’s why we’re inviting everyone to join us – to share their recipes, explore new flavors and be part of something special. We know everyone has something delicious to offer!

For now, love yourself and enjoy this one ... 

Frequently Asked Questions

Almond Flour vs. Almond Meal. 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 may also contain gluten, making it difficult to digest. It's important to avoid gluten-free diets if your condition is celiac.

While almond flour isn't considered a "superfood" per se, it contains healthy fats, fibre, protein, and vitamin E. It's also low in calories and sodium and contains 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 is made of almonds. Almond oil is made from polyunsaturated, monounsaturated, fatty oils. Both help to lower LDL (bad), and increase HDL levels.

In addition, almond flour is rich in antioxidants, including flavonoids, phenolics, and proanthocyanidins. These compounds protect against oxidative damage caused by 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 milk is often sold with almond flour, which has been fortified with additional nutrients.

What are the seven Indian spices?

Indian spices are a collection of spices used in Indian cuisine. They usually include cardamom (also known by hing), cumin, turmeric, coriander,fenugreek, ginger, and asafoetida. This spice blends natural ingredients to create flavour and aroma. The unique flavour profiles created by spices are what make Indian cooking special.

Cardamom's sweet, pungent flavor is balanced with ginger and citrus notes. It's used in many dishes, including biryani and curries. Cumin has an earthy, rich aroma and a nutty flavor. It's often used in curries, dals, and meat dishes. Coriander is sweet and citrusy, adding a hint of nuttiness to dishes. It is commonly used to season vegetables, lentils, and other foods.

Turmeric has an earthy flavour with mustard, spices, and pepper hints. This spice is commonly used in curries and other dishes and has a golden hue. Fenugreek possesses a rich, earthy scent, slightly bitter flavour, and earthy tone tones. It is often used in seasoning meat dishes like kebabs, curries, and kebabs. Ginger is pungent and spicy with hints of citrus. It adds the perfect kick to dishes such as curries, chutneys, and soups. Asafoetida is a spice that has strong flavors and a pungent smell.

Together, these spices create unique flavors that make Indian cooking so distinct.

What are the main Flavours of Thai Cooking?

Thai cuisine includes several distinct regional cuisines. These include Northern, Central, Southern, Eastern, Western, and Northeastern Thai food. Each region is unique in its flavour profiles.

Thai food has many common flavors, including sweet, salty.

Thais value sweetness as it makes the food more enjoyable. Thai cuisine has a lot of sweet ingredients such as coconut milk and palm sugar (gula Melaka).

Thailand is also known for its sourness. Hot dishes are often served with sour foods. This helps to balance the heat.

Spicy food is another crucial ingredient in Thai food. Thai dishes often use spices such as chili pepper, galangal or ginger root.

What purpose is Thai spice used?

We all have heard the term Thai spices, but we don't understand what it really means. When we taste it, our mouths water and we wonder why we aren't eating more.

It's not just any spice. It's an ingredient that can add flavor and depth in dishes that otherwise would be bland.

Although there are many recipes that call for Thai spices in large numbers, very few recipes actually use the true thing. Let's learn how to include these delicious flavors in your meals.

As far back as ancient times, Thais have been cooking with herbs and spices to add flavor to food and beverages. The name Thai originates from the Sanskrit word for "to cook."

Today, Thais still love spicy food. This preference is often due to the heat in Thailand which makes it difficult for people to stay warm without hot drinks. Thais are also more likely to consume chili peppers as compared to Americans or Europeans.

A local Asian grocery store is the best place to learn more about Thai spice. You'll find many ingredients there, including fresh basil leaves, dried chilies and curry paste.

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 can use either dry or wet spices. Most Thai cuisine uses dry spices, which are ground and pulverized finely.

Dry spices are often added to a dish directly. You can sprinkle ground red pepper on your chicken soup. Mixing wet spices with oil or butter can create a paste.

Wet spices are often used in sauces, marinades, and dressings. Wet spices are used in many dishes, including fish sauce, oyster, sesame, sesame, sesame oil and curry paste.

If you want to try making Thai dishes at home, you need to know which spices go well with certain ingredients.

For example, red pepper flakes is recommended for beef. White pepper is better for seafood such as shrimp.

If you don’t have access or the means to order from an Asian market, it is possible to order online. This market has everything you need, including dried chilies as well as exotic herbs and spices.

So next time you get hungry, think about putting on a little extra heat by whipping up one of these tasty Thai recipes!

What are the 11 Indian spices used in Indian cooking

Indian cuisine includes eleven spices, including cumin, coriander, cumin, mustard, fennel, and nigella seed, as well as black pepper, cloves and cinnamon sticks, dry red chill powder, turmeric, cardamom, and black pepper.

These ingredients can also be used in almost any dish. These spices add a unique flavor to dishes like curries, chutneys and pickles, rice, bread, and desserts.

For health reasons, spices are also beneficial. Turmeric, for example, is known to fight cancer cells. Cloves protect against bad breath. Black pepper decreases cholesterol. Cinnamon lowers blood pressure. And ginger aids digestion.

A spice rack makes a great kitchen tool. It allows you to experiment with many different combinations of flavours. You can mix your own spices or purchase ready-made spice mixes that include many essential spices.

Some people prefer not to add any spices to their food. They believe that spices only mask natural flavors and do nothing to improve them. A pinch of salt and pepper can enhance the flavor of your food.

Most chefs agree spices are essential to culinary art. Many dishes would be bland and tasteless without spices. If you are feeling adventurous, try out a new dish and see what happens.

Thai food includes paprika.

Yes. Yes.

Paprika is found in Thai food and Mexican, Italian, Spanish, Indian, Chinese, French, Moroccan, Middle Eastern, Lebanese, Greek, Turkish, and Balkan cuisines.

Paprika can been traced back to Ancient Greece over 5,000 years ago. The word "paprika" comes from the Hungarian language meaning "pepper. "

What's the importance of spices in your life?

A spice is a seasoning used to enhance flavour in food. Spices can be powdered, liquids or oils. They can also be known as condiments, flavours, and flavor.

It's a great way of adding variety to your meals by spiceing them up. To add more flavour and excitement to dishes, many spices can be used.

A few drops of hot sauce can make a soup taste better. Mixing a couple of cayenne peppers in a cup rice can make it even more delicious.

You can experiment with spice recipes best if you use fresh ingredients. If you buy dried herbs, look for those that are organic. Fresh herbs can last for longer than dried.

Some spices are essential to cooking; however, there are some that you might prefer to avoid. Cinnamon sticks have high levels of coumarin. They should not be consumed if you have had liver disease in the past. Ginger also contains some coumarin but it is less concentrated. It is safe for those who have not had liver problems in the past.

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)
• India contributes to 75% of global spice production. (en.wikipedia.org)
• 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 store spices for cooking?

Here's how to store your cooking spices for maximum performance. We must first understand the science behind food storage.

Because light can diminish the flavour of spices, they should be kept in sealed containers. This is due to oxygen combining with organic compounds, such as spices.

To prevent oxidation, spices should be stored in dark cupboards. These conditions can cause spices to quickly lose their flavor.

It is the best way to preserve spices' flavours by keeping them out of direct sunlight.

To make flavoured drinks, you can add herbs or spices to water. For example, you could mix 2 tablespoons of ground cinnamon in 1/2 cup of warm milk and stir it well. Add a squeezed lemon juice and serve immediately.

Add dried herbs and spices to soups. Simply sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over the dish and sit for 5-10 minutes before serving.

If you have leftover cooked vegetables, fruit, meats, poultry, fish, shellfish, eggs, cheese, bread, crackers, cookies, cakes, pies, or puddings, they can be added to your favourite recipes as snacks.

For the best flavor of fresh herbs, you can chop them up or tear them apart and then add them to your favorite foods. You can freeze herbs or spices by placing them on ice cube tray or muffin cups. Once frozen, place them in freezer bags or zip-top bags.

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