Different Ways to Cook with Herbs and Spices
Mexican cuisine: There are many spicy recipes to choose from within the world of Mexican cuisine. If you want to experience the authentic tastes of Mexico, this loaded beef fajita bowl with roast veggies and rice is a good dish to try. Popular Mexican herbs and spices include coriander, cloves, chilli, paprika and annatto. Make sure your recipe cooking box contains an array of herbs and spices!
Indian cuisine: Indian food is one of the most popular choices in Australia for takeaways. That said, there are many fakeaway recipes you can try at home, including this delicious creamy Indian prawn curry, which demonstrates how to use a dried spice mix alongside a curry paste. Typical Indian spices include cinnamon, turmeric, cumin, fenugreek and cardamoms, among others.
Southern cuisine: Southern spices are often used in Cajun cuisine and throughout the Caribbean. Alongside chilli, cumin and coriander, nutmeg, cayenne pepper and onion powder are often used. If you want to experiment with these flavour combinations, try making our quick American-spiced chicken recipe.
Italian cuisine: Italian herbs and spices are the mainstay of many Mediterranean dishes. Even better, Italian recipes often consist of a fairly simple and quick series of steps that anyone can follow. If you’re looking for an Italian dish with extra zingy flavours, try this spiced chicken and parmesan leek risotto. For a vegetarian alternative, take a closer look at lentil ragu linguine with fresh parsley and a cheesy topping, an excellent winter warmer.
