Lemongrass is a very popular ingredient in the Asian cuisine and has a citrus flavor. Lemongrass can brighten up a dish in no time with its delectable flavor. However, what if you run out of the herb while making your favorite recipe! Well you will not have to run to the ..

A major ingredient in a lot of salads, sandwiches, and garnishes, watercress is one of the oldest plants consumed by the human beings. The leaves have a peppery taste, which impart a different flavor to the dishes it is added to. If you are ever preparing a salad or any other ..

Horseradish is known for its pungent flavor and is usually added to condiments to flavor meat dishes. However, if you are ever out of horseradish in your kitchen, you can easily use these Horseradish substitutes to replace it in your recipe. Read on…       ..

  There may be times when you are in the middle of making your favorite dish, that calls for asafetida and you do not have it in your kitchen. For such times, refer to these simple Asafetida substitutes, and you will never miss that distinct flavor of asafetida ..

  Even though, Hops is one of the key ingredients used in flavoring the beer, one can use several other ingredients to replace Hops in case the ingredient is unavailable. Here is a look at the Hops substitutes that you can use to impart that bitter, tangy flavor to your ..

The spices of Australia are true representatives of its history and culture. These spices, which are today used extensively in and outside Australian homes, also speak of the historical journey of settlement and resettlement throughout this country. Embark on this journey with a ..

Singapore has been an important trade center for spices because of its proximity to the culinary hotspots like India, Malaysia, Indonesia, and China. Besides the regular coriander and cumin, there are many other spices of Singapore , which the Singaporean cooks use specially fried in ..

Pakistani food is famous worldwide for being rich, spicy, and tasty. It is, therefore, imperative that attention be paid to at least top 5 spices of Pakistan, just in case you may want to recreate some of the magic in your kitchen.   1) Kalonji (Nigella Seed) ..

The first thing that comes to your mind when you hear Mexican food is the salsa, which, no doubt, is a confluence of the spices of Mexico. However, there is much more to Mexican spices than just salsa , taco, burrito , etc. Read on to know more:   1) Chili ..

Thai cuisine is world famous for its subtle use of spices and herbs. This food caters to the world palate because of the magic created by the    herbs and spices of Thailand which include:-    1) Ma-Krut (Kaffir Lime)   The leaves of ..

You may not know your Bratkartoffeln from your Bratwurst, or your Hendl from Hassenpfeffer, but what you will be aware of, after reading this blog, is the herbs and spices have a major role in making German cuisine popular worldwide. And by the way, Bratkartoffeln are fried potatoes, ..

Japanese cuisine boasts of five basic flavors, which are soya sauce, vinegar, miso , salt, and sugar. But apart from that the top 5 spices of Japan have a definite role to play in making the cuisine world famous. Here is a list of the most popular Japanese spices, which you can take ..

Italian cooks have used spices since Roman times and in excess. Although, used in much lesser quantities today, the spices of Italy are, nevertheless, an important part of the cuisine of the country. Given below are some of the major spices used in Italian cooking:   ..

Spanish cooking is synonymous with spices, which lend the food its characteristic flavor. Be it a pinch of salt, chili peppers, or garlic, every spice has a role to play in Spanish cooking. If you are interested in making Spanish dishes at home, it is important that you know all about ..

French cuisine is the undisputed king among world cuisines and its USP is that it is lightly seasoned, allowing the natural flavor of the ingredients to pour through your taste buds. However, that does not mean that there are no spices of France , at all. In fact, in the medieval ..

The culinary prowess of Chinese cooks is matched only by the richness of the spices of China . What is unique about the Chinese spices is the fact that each one is unique in itself. Have a look at the top 5 Chinese spices.    1) Five-Spice Powder   ..

‘Rempah’ is Indonesian word for spices and it would not be wrong to say that Indonesia taught the world how to use the most exotic spices in daily cooking. The cooks of the country have used the spices of Indonesia to bring together a delicious camouflage of flavors ranging from spicy ..

Whether you're studying for finals, finishing up a project, or trying to start your day, caffeine is one of the most popular drugs of choice. How does your favorite caffeinated drink stack up against all the other options? This interesting visual by Randy Krum from ..

The Malaysian spices are making their presence felt in  Australian kitchens, thanks to the MasterChef Australia 2010 winner, Adam Liaw, who is Malaysian-born. However, that is not the only reason why these spices are attracting cooks from all over the world. The Malaysian spices are ..

Brazil, the land of Samba, is also home to one of the most famous cuisines in the world. The secret to that is the top spices of Brazil, which are a part of one-fourth of the world’s plants, grown in Brazil. Brazilians make use of these spices to make their food spicier, hotter, more ..