The Spice Route
Explore our collection of 29 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
29 spices found
Kencur
Kencur is an aromatic rhizome native to Southeast Asia, widely used in Indonesian and Thai cuisine.
Cannelle Cassia
Cassia cinnamon is mainly sourced from China and Southeast Asia. It's bolder than Ceylon cinnamon and widely used in baking and spice blends.
Cardamome chinoise
Chinese cardamom has been used for centuries in Asian cuisine and traditional medicine.
Coriandre racine
Coriander root is widely used in Thai and Vietnamese cooking for its stronger flavor compared to leaves.
Arbre à curry (graines)
Seeds associated with the curry tree are linked to South Asian culinary traditions and should not be confused with curry powder blends.
Fleur de bananier séchée
Used in Southeast Asian and Indian cuisines, banana blossom adds unique texture to salads and curries.
Citron kaffir séché
Kaffir lime is widely used in Southeast Asia for its powerful, zesty aroma.
Feuille de combava séchée
Native to Southeast Asia, kaffir lime leaves are prized for their intense citrus aroma.
Ciboule séchée
Scallion has long been used in Europe and Asia for its mild onion-like flavor.
Safran d'Inde frais
Fresh turmeric is commonly known as Indian saffron and used throughout Asia.
Galanga
Galangal is a ginger-like rhizome widely used in Thailand, Indonesia, and Malaysia. Its aroma is more peppery and citrusy.
Badiane moulue
Star anise comes from Asia and has long flavored infusions, desserts, and Asian cuisines. Ground form blends easily into recipes.
Coriandre longue
Long coriander refers to elongated coriander seeds, offering a more citrusy and refined aroma than standard coriander.
Cannelle de Saigon
Saigon cinnamon (Vietnamese cassia) is prized for its high essential oil content and intense aroma.
Cannelle de Saigon
Saigon cinnamon (Vietnamese cassia) is prized for its high essential oil content and intense aroma.
Galanga fumé
Galangal is an Asian root related to ginger, here smoked for added depth.
Anis étoilé
Star anise originates in Asia and is widely used in Chinese and Vietnamese cooking.
Coriandre vietnamienne
Vietnamese coriander (rau ram) is widely used in Southeast Asia, offering a peppery, citrusy flavor.
Curcuma blanc
White turmeric is a lighter-colored variety used in Asia for its gentler, more herbal aroma.
Galanga jaune
Yellow galangal is widely used in Thailand and Indonesia.