The Spice Route
Explore our collection of 23 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
23 spices found
Bétel (feuille séchée)
Betel leaf is used in Southeast Asia to flavor dishes, infusions, and traditional preparations.
Ciboulette chinoise
Chinese chives are an Asian herb with a stronger garlic-like flavor, widely used in Chinese cooking.
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.
Basilic séché
Basil is a signature herb of Italian and Asian cuisines, known for its fresh, sweet aroma.
Bouton de rose séché
Rosebuds have been used for centuries in the Middle East and Asia to perfume desserts and drinks.
Basilic thaï séché
Basil is a signature herb of Italian and Asian cuisines, known for its fresh, sweet aroma.
Safran d'Inde frais
Fresh turmeric is commonly known as Indian saffron and used throughout Asia.
Baie du Sichuan verte
Green Sichuan pepper is harvested earlier than red, offering a fresher, more citrus-forward profile.
Basilic citronné
Basil is a signature herb of Italian and Asian cuisines, known for its fresh, sweet aroma.
Baie du Népal
Nepal pepper refers to aromatic Himalayan pepper berries with fresh, complex notes.
Galanga jaune
Yellow galangal is widely used in Thailand and Indonesia.