Fenugreek is an everyday spice that is commonly used in Indian cuisine. It adds a nutty, caramel-like flavour to curries, soups, and sauces. Fenugreek is a popular spice used in blends like garam masala and panch phoran to name a few. However, if you do not have this spice in your kitchen there are a …
Basil is a mild-tasting herb that plays a significant role in Mediterranean cooking and it is an essential ingredient among chefs all over the world. It is an important ingredient in a range of dishes such as pesto, pasta sauces, dressings, and as a topping on pizzas to name a few. Basil provides a peppery flavour …
Millet is a small ancient grain that is considered a staple ingredient in many parts of Africa as well as Asia. However, millet is commonly used as birdseed in some countries but it is growing in popularity as a food for human consumption. This is largely because the grain is gluten-free and contains a reasonable amount …
Crocus sativus popularly known as saffron is one of the world’s most expensive spice. Saffron is comprised of the stigmas from the crocus sativus flower which are referred to as saffron threads. The spice is hand harvested and that is one of the reasons why it is such as expensive spice. It takes an estimated 13,125 …
Mushroom substitutes play a huge role in meal preparation and sometimes cost lower than the mushrooms they are replacing. Whilst a lot of people want healthy mushrooms as part of a day to day dishes, not all meals tend to work with this healthy vegetable and some people may have food allergies so it’s important …
Okra is commonly used as a thickener for soups and stews plus it is one of the most popular ingredients in many countries. There are a lot of okra alternatives you can try and each one serves a different purpose such as a thickening agent, for pickling, as a fried option, or even as a vegetable side …
Bell peppers are some of the most widely used vegetables ingredients in kitchens all over the world and can also be easily substituted with a lot of other ingredients. When you want a substitute for bell peppers in any given recipe, you should first consider other types of peppers that share similar characteristics. In a lot …
Horseradish is a pungent root that is a common condiment on its own. It is also used to make the horseradish sauce that is often served with roast beef. However, horseradish, while commanding a relatively strong liking by many, does not quite rank as a kitchen or pantry staple ingredient. It seems that there has …
Eggs are healthy and versatile, plus they are a popular food for many. Eggs are used especially in baking, where almost every recipe calls for them. For various reasons, there are a lot of people that do not consume them. If you are allergic to eggs or if you are on a vegan diet there are plenty …
Liquid aminos is a gluten-free seasoning that is prepared from water and soybeans. It can be used as an alternative to many of the Asian-style sauces plus it is offered as a low-salt alternative without the use of wheat or animal products. A bit of liquid aminos adds a salty, savoury flavour to your meals. Liquid …