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Frequently Asked Questions
Can you add spice into a drink
I love how spices add flavor to food. But how do you make spices liven up when they are added to drinks?
Spices are excellent because they add incredible depth to any beverage. From coffee to tea, hot chocolate to cocktails, there's nothing more satisfying than adding a dash of cinnamon or nutmeg to a glass of wine or beer.
Most recipes require ground spices. You will need to use fresh whole spices. This makes sense, but it is expensive, 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. These spices can be mixed into favorite beverages to create tasty spiced drinks.
There are two ways to go about creating these powders. One way is to grind whole spices into fine powder. Another way is to grind the spices in a mortar and pestle.
Whatever method you choose to use, you will find that powders are much easier than whole spices. You won't run short of powder, and it keeps well.
Mixing spices can be fun to create new flavors. Peppermint and spearmint can be combined to make minty water. To make spicy ginger tea, you can also combine ginger and cardamom pods.
Once you have mastered the art of making powdered spices you can use that same technique for herbs. Some popular herbs include basil, oregano, rosemary, thyme, and sage.
There are so many possibilities. Use powdered spices to give your beverages extra flavour or to enhance the taste of dishes such as soups, salads, and pasta.
What spices are used to make Thai cuisine?
Thai cuisine is famous for its complex flavor profiles. These flavor combinations are made with unique and delicious spices that produce many delicious dishes.
Common ingredients used in Thai cooking include lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, chillies, garlic, shrimp paste, coriander, cumin, turmeric, and more.
Each of these spices contributes to the distinctive flavour profile of Thai cuisine. 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 create complex flavour profiles that are unique to Thai cuisine. Mixing spices together can make dishes both tasty and aromatic. Stock up on these spices if you want to incorporate the Thai flavours into your cooking.
What's the difference between cooking whole and with ground spices? Ground Spices?
There are no significant differences in the cooking of whole and ground spices. After harvesting, spices are ground. The quality is the same.
However, the price difference is substantial. Whole spices can be more expensive due to the labor involved in their processing. But the flavour is worth it.
You'll often find extra discounts for bulk purchases when you buy whole spices. You might get a discount if your entire bag is of cinnamon sticks.
The same applies to nutmeg and cloves, ginger or cardamom. These spices can be purchased in bulk to save money.
Ground spices don't last as long as whole spices. Ground spices lose their potency very quickly due to oxidation.
Whole spices are a great way to add personality and flavor to your recipe.
You can make a delicious curry by using whole turmeric in place of ground turmeric. For chicken dishes, whole coriander seeds can be ground to make a spice blend.
The process of grinding spices takes a lot of time. When you buy whole spices, it makes sense to buy a large quantity. So you don't run short of spices.
Does Thai use ginger?
Yes. Traditional Thai cooking makes extensive use of ginger. It is commonly added to stir-fries or soups. Ginger is also used in desserts such as lassis.
Ginger is native to China, Japan, and Korea, and its origins date back more than 5,000 years. It is believed to have originated in Southeast Asia, where it was cultivated for medicinal purposes.
Ginger is known for stimulating digestion and relieving nausea. It may even help prevent migraines. Ginger is also known to reduce muscle spasms and joint pains as well as treating arthritis.
Ginger is most often fresh in Thailand. It is sliced into thin strips and then dried before being stored for later use. You can buy ginger root in jars or cans from Asian markets.
What are the primary Flavours in Thai cooking?
Thai cuisine includes several distinct regional cuisines. These include Northern and Central Thai cuisines, as well as Southern, Eastern, Western, Eastern, Western, Northeastern Thai food. Each region has its own unique flavour profile.
Thai food can be described as sweet, salty or sour.
Thais value sweetness as it makes the food more enjoyable. Thai cuisine includes sweet ingredients like palm sugar (gulamelaka) or coconut milk.
Sourness is also very popular in Thailand. Hot dishes are often paired with sour foods. This combination helps balance out the heat.
Thai food includes spicy food. Spices such as chilli pepper, galangal, ginger root, and garlic are used extensively in Thai recipes.
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)
- 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)
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How To
Do You Know How To Make Curry Paste?
Curry paste is made from dried chillies, shallots and galangal root. It also contains lemongrass, galangal root (lemongrass), lemongrass, kaffir Lim leaf, garlic, shrimp paste and sugar. It is an important ingredient in Thai cuisine.
Curry paste is one the most loved condiments 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 easy to make your own at-home recipes! Follow our step-by–step guide below.
Step1 - Prepare Ingredients
- Before you start this recipe, make sure that all ingredients are prepared.
- First, peel and chop shallots (2 cups). Next, chop galangal root into small pieces (3 inches in length) and place aside.
- Next, remove and cut the cloves of garlic (about four cloves). Next, peel and mince the lemongrass stems (about 1/2-inch thick).
- Crush the red chilli peppers with about four tablespoons of water and remove the seeds.
- Cut the kaffirlime leaves into small strips, approximately 5 inches in length. Next, remove the white part from the stem and leave it alone.
- Once the shrimp paste has been drained, rinse it and then coarsely crush it.
- Last, take out the salt and sugar.
Step2 - Grind Ingredients
- Blend all ingredients together until smooth.
- The texture should look similar 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
- Mix coconut milk with the mixture.
- Add coconut milk slowly so that the paste does not become too sticky.
- If you prefer less spicy, add fewer chillies and more galangal root.
- You may prefer it hotter, so add more chilies or less galangalroot. You should enjoy the final product.
Step4 -- Serve
- Top with your favorite food.
- Enjoy!
