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Glossary - Food - Spices

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Using Asafoetida
Asafoetida is native to Iran. The spice is made from the dried resin like gum that comes from within the stem. When made into a ghee the smell and flavor will resemble sauteed onion or garlic.
Posted on: 09/22/2008 | 1 Feedback(s)
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Using Baharat
Baharat is a spice blend is used in many Middle Eastern cuisines. Depending on the country in which this spice mix is prepared there may be variations of the spices included.
Posted on: 04/07/2008 | 0 Feedback(s)
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Using Aleppo Pepper
Aleppo Pepper is named after where it comes from Aleppo, Syria, which is one of the oldest cities in history. This pepper is somewhat fruity and cumin like in flavor with moderate spice level.
Posted on: 03/31/2008 | 0 Feedback(s)
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Using Ancho Pepper (Dried Polano Pepper)
The flavor of ancho peppers are some what sweet and raisin like, Mildly spicy. These are the sweetest of the dried chilies.
Posted on: 03/21/2008 | 0 Feedback(s)
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Using Allspice
Allspice is a dried berry. It is very important in many cuisines around the world including Caribbean and Middle Eastern foods. In the west, it is usually used in desserts but is also a main ingredient in barbecue sauce and chili and an important spice for making sausage.
Posted on: 03/20/2008 | 0 Feedback(s)
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Using Amchur (Amchoor)
Amchur is made from unripe sun dried mangoes, which come in whole or powdered form. This spice is used in many Indian cuisines. Amchur is similar to lemons in flavor, but a bit milder, it adds a tart, sour taste to dishes.
Posted on: 03/18/2008 | 1 Feedback(s)
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Using Ajowan
A member of the same plant family as cumin and caraway. It smells a lot like thyme. It has a much stronger but similar taste to thyme or caraway.
Posted on: 03/17/2008 | 0 Feedback(s)
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Using Annatto Seed
Annatto seed is used as a red food coloring and for flavoring. Annatto is used for coloring cheeses such as cheddar and also for butter. Most often found in Caribbean, Latin American and Filipino cuisine.
Posted on: 03/12/2008 | 0 Feedback(s)
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Using Apple Pie Spice
A pre-made spice mix intended for apple pie. Usually containing Allspice, Nutmeg and cinnamon. Good in French toast, fruit salad, coffee cake and cookies.
Posted on: 03/07/2008 | 0 Feedback(s)
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Using Anise Extract
This is a concentrated liquid of extracted anise seed. Anise extract produces the same flavor and smell as anise seed. This can be used as a substitute for anise seed in many baked items especially when you want smooth texture.
Posted on: 02/23/2008 | 0 Feedback(s)
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