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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the uses of Thai spice?

We've all heard the term "Thai spice" thrown around without knowing exactly what it means. It makes our mouths water when we try it.

It's much more than a 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 discuss how to incorporate these tasty flavors into your meals.

Thais have been using spices and herbs to flavor food and drinks since ancient times. Thai is the Sanskrit word that means "to cook".

Most Thais like spicy food, even today. This preference is often explained by the hot climate in Thailand that makes it difficult to stay warm while drinking hot drinks. Thais consume more chili peppers than Americans and 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.

Also, you may find whole peppercorns.

Thai cuisine has two kinds of spices: wet and dry. Most Thai cuisine uses dry spices, which are ground and pulverized finely.

Dry spices are usually added to a dish. Ground red pepper can be sprinkled on chicken soup, for example. Wet spices are commonly mixed with oil or butter to form a paste.

Wet spices can be used in sauces, dressings, and marinades. The most popular wet spices are fish sauce (oyster sauce), sesame oil, sesame paste, curry paste, and Hoisin sauce.

Thai recipes can be prepared at home by knowing which spices pair well with what ingredients.

For example, if you are using beef, you should use red pepper flakes. Use white pepper instead if you have seafood such as shrimp.

You can also order online if your Asian market is not available. You will find everything from dried chilies to exotic herbs and spices here.

Next time you're hungry, try one of these delicious Thai recipes!

What is the difference between cooking with whole spices and using ground spices? Ground Spices?

There isn't any difference between cooking with whole spices and ground spices. All spices are ground after harvesting. There is no quality difference.

The price difference is however significant. Whole spices are more expensive because of the labor required to process them. The flavor is well worth the effort.

You'll often find extra discounts for bulk purchases when you buy whole spices. If you buy a whole bag of cinnamon sticks, you may get a discount.

This is true for cloves, ginger and cardamom. This can help you save money on spices if you buy them in bulk.

Whole spices can also last longer than the ground spices. Ground spices quickly lose their potency due to oxidation.

The main reason we recommend whole spices over dried is that they can add lots of flavor to recipes.

Whole turmeric can be used to make delicious curry. You can also use whole coriander to create a spice combination for chicken dishes.

The process of grinding spices takes a lot of time. If you're buying whole spices it makes sense for you to buy large quantities. That way, you won't run out of spices too fast.

What is the Thai use for mint?

Lime-leaf mint (Mentha cervina) is the most commonly used type of mint in Thai cuisine.

It is mild and lemony in flavour, which adds freshness as well as zing to dishes. 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. It is crucial to use authentic Thai flavors by using the right spices, herbs, aromatics.

Make a Thai dish next time and add some lime-leaf mint to give it extra flavor.

Happy cooking!

Statistics

• 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)
• Their 14 to 20 percent essential oil content means that cloves have the highest concentration of aroma compounds of any spice. (masterclass.com)
• 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)

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How To

How to store cooking spices?

How to store cooking spices in a way that maximizes their performance. First, we must understand how food is stored.

Because spice's flavour is diminished by light exposure, it should be stored in airtight containers. This is because oxygen reacts with organic compounds like those in spices to cause oxidation.

Spices should be kept in the dark cupboards and sealed tightly in airtight containers to prevent oxidation. 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.

For a flavoured beverage, add herbs and spices. For example, you could mix 2 tablespoons of ground cinnamon in 1/2 cup of warm milk and stir it well. Serve immediately by adding a squeeze lemon juice.

Dried herbs can be added to soups stews, casseroles pasta dishes rice dishes salads and desserts. Just sprinkle the spice mix evenly over the dish. Let it rest for 5-10 minutes before you serve.

As snacks, leftover cooked vegetables and fruits can be added into your favourite recipes.

Fresh herbs and spices can be enjoyed by being chopped or broken up. You can freeze herbs or spices by placing them on ice cube tray or muffin cups. Once frozen, transfer to freezer bags or zip-top plastic bags.

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