The Spice Route
Explore our collection of 11 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
11 spices found
Kencur
Kencur is an aromatic rhizome native to Southeast Asia, widely used in Indonesian and Thai cuisine.
Clou de girofle
Native to the Maluku Islands (Indonesia), clove was once among the most valuable spices in the global spice trade.
Baie de poivre cubèbe
Cubeb is an aromatic Indonesian pepper once prized in Europe. It tastes peppery with a camphor-like edge.
Cubèbe
Cubeb is an aromatic Indonesian pepper once popular in Europe.
Poivre de Java
Java pepper is grown in Indonesia and has a straightforward heat.
Poivre de Kampot
Kampot pepper is a Cambodian PGI pepper renowned worldwide.
Citronnelle
Stalks of Cymbopogon citratus, lemongrass has an intense, fresh citrus aroma. Pillar of Thai and Vietnamese cuisine, it flavors soups and curries.
Sarawak blanc
White Sarawak pepper comes from Malaysia and is valued for its gentle aroma.