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Join the discussion about spices and everything related.

A spice is a seed, fruit, root, bark, or other plant substance primarily used for flavoring or coloring food. source

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Is it possible to save hardened spice?

A small jar of turmeric powder must have gotten some moisture in it and is solid now. It’s brand new and it would be nice to have.

1 Comment
2024/11/08
16:45 UTC

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I bought this. Smells nice so I'd like to try it out

0 Comments
2024/11/08
11:52 UTC

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Turmeric flakes?

I like adding chili flakes and turmeric powder to my tea, but the powder is too fine. I was wondering if there's an alternative like chili flakes, but with turmeric. Has anyone come across something like this?

3 Comments
2024/11/05
19:19 UTC

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What are some fun ways to use Chipotle Powder?

2 Comments
2024/11/05
02:39 UTC

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Label for seasoning bottle

Hello I was looking for a good website to design a wrap around label for my new seasoning company , any suggestions ? Been thrown around a loop a bit on this figured it would be easier

5 Comments
2024/11/04
20:58 UTC

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Monthly Spice Discussion : Akudjura fruit: (bush tomato) Solanum centrale (Australia)

Welcome to the 33th Monthly Spice Discussion.

In an effort to collectively build a wiki for every existing spice, there will be a monthly open discussion about a spice.

This month's discussion will be about Akudjura fruit: (bush tomato) Solanum centrale (Australia)

0 Comments
2024/11/01
11:01 UTC

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Monthly Vendor Thread

The only place to post your giveaways, sales & advertisements for this month.

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2024/11/01
11:00 UTC

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Can anyone tell me what this white stuff is at the bottom of my paprika and basil

The paprika is brand new and the basil I’ve had for awhile. It’s inside of the seasoning jar

8 Comments
2024/10/31
02:22 UTC

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Anyone have a copycat recipe/ingredients of the basic McCormick chili powder blend?

I'm trying to eradicate spice mixes so we have more control over the ratios and quality of our flavors (not to mention cost). The one my dad won't let go of is McCormick chili powder - not until I can prove I can imitate it.

The ingredients list themselves as: chile pepper [cayenne?], spices [really?], salt, garlic powder.

Before I run off to the lab and experiment on my own, does anyone know what spices they actually use in this thing, and in what ratios? Oregano, maybe coriander, cumin, paprika, I would assume. He likes this specific jar and has complained about replacements before, so although a "here's my own chili powder recipe, it's way better!" would be nice, it is of no use to me. TIA!

3 Comments
2024/10/28
05:34 UTC

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Middle Eastern and Indian Spices

I just received a wonderful gift of an assortment of Middle Eastern and Indian spices and am looking for recipes or dish recommendations that would make use of them. Preferably vegetarian but fish and poultry ok too.

The spices are: Zaatar Sumac (ground) Hariss Spice Shawarma Spice Hawaij (Yemeni) Dukkah Mix Persian Spice Mix Kasoori Methi Garam Masala Kasmirilal Chili Powder Safron

3 Comments
2024/10/27
23:26 UTC

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Are 20 year old spices safe to use?

This little spice rack in my parents house has been sitting on the counter for probably 20 years at this point and I'm wondering if any of these spices would still be safe to use?

13 Comments
2024/10/25
12:22 UTC

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What can people tell me about Schisandra chinensis

I came across a bag of tea at a local outlet store and had to use a language translator, but it said the tea was Schisandra chinensis. All I got was a whole bunch of supplement info when I did a few searches, but did get an add that says it's some kind of berry.

3 Comments
2024/10/24
22:55 UTC

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Spice Stores

Is there any other Spice stores near Wentzville Missouri besides Penzys?

0 Comments
2024/10/21
15:34 UTC

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Old picture of me judging my mom for having all these half used McCormick steakhouse onion burger seasonings. They quit making it shortly after I decluttered most of these, anyone know of a dupe recipe or similar blend being made I could make or surprise her with for Christmas? It was her favorite

She’s held a light hearted grudge about it all these years lmao 😂😅

16 Comments
2024/10/19
14:29 UTC

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What happened to my paprika?

I've had this paprika for a while now, probably around a year, and I noticed it split into this weird light brown stuff on one side. I keep it sealed in this glass with a bamboo (I think) lid, and it should be airtight. I haven't used it in a while, but I've never seen this before, even with paprika I've had for longer. Has it gone bad? Is it even possible for paprika to go bad? Could it have been bleached by the sun?

8 Comments
2024/10/19
11:24 UTC

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I have a concept for a spice blend, I want to hear thoughts

My idea is for a Chicago Hotdog blend. Like maybe citric acid and pepper flakes for pickled peppers, sugar and dill for the relish, mustard powder, onion powder, msg, smoked salt, poppy seed and Caraway? Is there anything to maybe add or remove?

9 Comments
2024/10/18
03:09 UTC

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Do you think they are still good?

GD inflation

16 Comments
2024/10/16
00:24 UTC

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Chili P

On a hunt for the best chili powder available. What’s your favorite? Where do you get it from?

2 Comments
2024/10/15
02:35 UTC

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Spice/Recipe Selection

I've been cooking New York strip steaks by searing each side on medium heat with butter, seasoning with garlic salt, Montreal steak seasoning, and Weber Steak-n-Chop blend; often with chopped potatoes airfried with sprinkled cheese. While I still enjoy steak and this meal, I'm getting tired of this flavor combination and looking for a change.

Can you give me some recipe ideas, as well as go-to seasoning combinations?

What seasonings/spices do people tend to use when preparing meals?

Do you have any preferred brands you buy from?

What are some solid 7-9 seasonings for a chef who loves experimenting but also enjoys traditional American flavors?

2 Comments
2024/10/15
01:06 UTC

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Smell of cumin

Hello guys this is the first time me trying cumin, and when I smelled it for the first time it smelled little bit like a plastic, it's a bit clumped together too. The expiration date it's good until next year. It's in a glass container with plastic on top. It was sealed okay as it seems.

Can you please tell me how do you describe smell of cumin and is my cumin gone bad. I literally bought it day or two ago.

Thank you! 😄

11 Comments
2024/10/13
12:11 UTC

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This Is How to Make the Very Best Chicken Seasoning Mix at Home!

0 Comments
2024/10/11
20:42 UTC

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What is it?

What do I have here? I got it last year from Dubai and it's been sealed. It looks toasted? I honestly forget what it is but I I know it's a spice from the spice Souk and I think it's toasted or smoked?

3 Comments
2024/10/11
17:09 UTC

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Spice Up Your Steak With This Game-changing Seasoning!

4 Comments
2024/10/10
04:21 UTC

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Recommendation for Saffron.

What would best saffron be use in? Dishes or as a tea?

What are your opinions in this, is there somethings that I should know before consuming it?

10 Comments
2024/10/07
09:38 UTC

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Monthly Spice Discussion : Papaya seeds: Carica papaya (Central America)

Welcome to the 32nd Monthly Spice Discussion.

In an effort to collectively build a wiki for every existing spice, there will be a monthly open discussion about a spice.

This month's discussion will be about Papaya seeds: Carica papaya (Central America)

3 Comments
2024/10/01
11:01 UTC

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Monthly Vendor Thread

The only place to post your giveaways, sales & advertisements for this month.

^(For any question you can message the mod team in the sidebar.)

6 Comments
2024/10/01
11:00 UTC

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ISO Herbal Salt Blend Recipe

I found a very fresh celery root with a robust head of leaves at my local farm stand. I decided to trim the leaves and dehydrate them in my oven. Inspiration has struck so I want to dehydrate additional herbs I have on hand and raid my spice cabinet to make my own version of Herbal Salt to sprinkle on food for both flavor and micro nutrients.Who else does this and what do you use?

1 Comment
2024/09/28
22:38 UTC

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Is the a peak of individual spices?

I just made a pasta sauce and I like mine with a little more red pepper flake than usual. I made it and added some experimental ingredients and I found when finished at first taste it was spicy as usual but the spicy stopped or peaked while tasting it. It wasn't a bad thing it was amazing because the sweetness of the sauce took over. Question is, Is there a ratio or scale of combing spices to have control of a 'tipping point'? Something like (Scoville)²×(Brix)³ ‐3.14=Xc-b

2 Comments
2024/09/28
09:41 UTC

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