🌶️Culinary Guide

The Spice Route

Explore our collection of 8 spices from around the world. Discover their origins, flavors and culinary uses.

How to use The Spice Route?

The Spice Route is your complete guide to mastering the art of spices in cooking. Each detailed entry gives you:

  • Geographic origin and history of the spice
  • Taste profile with intensity and heat level
  • Perfect pairings with meats, fish and vegetables
  • Usage tips and mistakes to avoid
  • Substitutions if you don't have the spice

8 spices found

D
3 spices
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Dill pollen is a Nordic specialty prized for its intense yet delicate aroma.

Europe du Nord
poissonspommes de terre
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Cerfeuil séché

Chervil is a classic French herb, used fresh or dried.

Méditerranée, France
volaillespoissons
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Estragon séché

Tarragon is a classic French herb prized for its anise-like aroma.

Méditerranée, France
volaillespoissons
J
1 spice
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Baie de genièvre

Female cones of Juniperus communis, juniper berries have a pungent, resinous flavor with woody, sweet notes. Essential for gin and sauerkraut.

Europe du Nord
viandespoissons
M
1 spice
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Estragon mexicain

Widely used in French cuisine, tarragon is known for its delicate anise-like aroma.

Amérique, Amérique centrale
pouletpoissons
P
1 spice
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Paprika is a mild to moderately spicy spice made from dried and ground red peppers. Its taste ranges from sweet and fruity to smoky and intense depending on its preparation.

Méditerranée, Hongrie
viandespoissons
S
2 spices
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Fleur de sel épicée

Méditerranée, France
viandespoissons
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Paprika doux

Powder from dried sweet peppers with a fruity, slightly sweet taste. Adds color and flavor without heat. Essential in Hungarian and Spanish cuisine.

Méditerranée, Hongrie
viandespoissons