Coconut milk has become a staple ingredient in kitchens around the world. Made from the flesh of coconuts, this non-dairy milk adds a rich, creamy flavor to curries, soups, and desserts. It also has a ton of health benefits as it contains healthy fats, is anti-inflammatory, lactose-free, and rich in antioxidants and electrolytes. But what …
Kombu is a type of seaweed that is a staple in many Asian cuisines and has become increasingly popular in Western cooking as well. It imparts a complex and savory flavor to dishes and is often used as a key ingredient for making broth, soup, and stir-fry dishes. However, not everyone has access to kombu …
Prepared by cooking peeled tomatoes with herbs and a bunch of seasonings, stewed tomatoes are great as a side dish or to add in curries, chili, or soups. They offer deliciously sweet, sour, and umami flavors and are generally a big hit with the family. Safe to say, they run out faster than you’d imagine. …
Lime juice adds a delightful brightness and a tangy, citrusy undertone to dishes, creating stunning masterpieces. It’s the perfect ingredient to add to recipes that need that zesty tang. Although lime juice can be difficult to replace, there are quite a few substitutes for lime juice that you can use in a pinch to get …
Tomato puree is a thick liquid prepared by pureeing lightly cooked tomatoes. It has a deep tangy taste that adds a delicious burst of flavor to diverse dishes including tomato-based sauces, dips, salsas, and curries. It is easily available in most grocery stores and commonly used in a wide range of cuisines. Running out of …
Liquid smoke, as the name implies, is smoke that has been condensed into a liquid form. It provides an authentic smokey, campfire flavor without the hassle of actually cooking over a campfire. You can use liquid smoke to add wonderful depth to a variety of dishes including meat, vegetables, and desserts and get that smokehouse …
Celery salt is similar to regular salt but with a subtle celery aroma, thanks to the inclusion of crushed celery seeds in its composition. It has a mild peppery bite that gives dishes a somewhat bitter finish. Celery salt is often combined with paprika and capsicum in savory recipes to enhance the overall flavor of …
Brandy, a liquor produced by distilling fermented fruit (wine), has a fruity, subtly sweet taste. Brandy is typically matured in wooden casks, giving it overtones of oak. It also becomes more mellow and develops a complex flavor as it ages. But more than just an alcoholic beverage, brandy is used in various cooking and baking …
Dashi refers to a group of stocks often used to enhance the umami flavor of many Japanese dishes. It’s made with a few special ingredients that are matured before being soaked in water or heated briefly to extract the ingredients’ exquisite flavors. Dashi is typically made using dried kelp or kombu, dried shiitake mushrooms, and …
Horseradish has a pungent flavor and a sharp, spicy smell that is so potent that only one tablespoon of grated or sliced horseradish is enough to make you cry. But, unlike other spices whose heat is often difficult to get rid of from your mouth, the reaction to the pungent horseradish’s heat lasts for a …