🌶️Culinary Guide

The Spice Route

Explore our collection of 4 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

4 spices found

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Native to the Americas, chili gets its heat from capsaicin. Thousands of varieties exist, from mild to blazing hot. Essential in Mexican, Indian and Asian cuisines.

Méditerranée, Amérique
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Piment d'Espelette

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From France's Basque Country, Espelette pepper is known for mild heat and fruity aromas (often protected by designation in France).

France, Espagne
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Paprika fort

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Paprika with a good dose of heat, for those who like warmth along with color. Popular in goulash and spicy dishes.

Méditerranée, Hongrie
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Paprika piquant fumé

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This paprika combines heat with traditional smoking.

Méditerranée, Hongrie
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