Spices have been valued throughout history not only for religious ceremonies and medicine, but also for culinary purposes. Spices are parts of plants that are densely loaded with flavor and aromas. Spices are derived from the stems, roots, fruit, seeds, and flowers. Science has studied and investigated that these flavors and aromas are compounds or
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Moroccan food and Moroccan inspired is known for its vibrant flavors and this Moroccan chicken is a perfect example. Moroccan cuisine is a mild version of Indian food. Both types of ethnic cuisines are known for aromatic plates. Both Moroccan and Indian dishes use a similar medley of spices including cumin, paprika, ginger, cinnamon, and
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You may be surprised to know that there are two main types of spice labeled as cinnamon. One type is labeled as Cinnamon and the other is labeled Cassia. The one most commonly used in the U.S. is called cassia. BUT – Cassia Is Not Real Cinnamon. Later in the article we will discuss cooking
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Depending on what you are going to eat, no meal is complete without condiments, sauces and dips. You could become easily over whelmed as you stroll your shopping cart down the condiments, sauces, and dips aisles of your favorite grocery store, as there are so many choices. Even on Pinterest, Instagram, and other social networks you
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  Poached chicken is very popular in Hong Kong. The chicken is poached in a broth flavored with star anise, caraway seeds, orange zest, lemongrass, ginger and Thai chilies. Traditionally the broth is not served with the poached chicken and spices. You can freeze the chicken stock in airtight containers for up to 3 months.
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  When we don’t feel good, most of us might turn to the medicine cabinet. As it may have pain relievers for sore muscles or a headache, stomach ache, fever or even diarrhea. The medicine cabinet and what it may offer to you in times of failing health is only temporary. Why not look to
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Where you aware Chutney doesn’t just describe a recipe of mixing tomatoes with spices? There are other references to Chutney, such as Chutney music that was established in the 1940’s within the temples, wedding houses, and sugar cane fields of the Indo-Caribbean. The first recorded music did appear until 1968 by musician and music recorder Ramdew
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