The Spice Route
Explore our collection of 344 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
39 spices found
Dill pollen is a Nordic specialty prized for its intense yet delicate aroma.
Aneth (graines)
Widely used in Northern and Eastern Europe, dill has a fresh anise-like aroma and is often paired with fish.
Baie d'açaï séchée
Acai comes from the Amazon and is commonly consumed as powder or dried berries in sweet preparations.
Fleur de bananier séchée
Used in Southeast Asian and Indian cuisines, banana blossom adds unique texture to salads and curries.
Basilic séché
Basil is a signature herb of Italian and Asian cuisines, known for its fresh, sweet aroma.
Citron noir (loomi)
Loomi is a dried lime from the Middle East, essential in Persian and Gulf cuisine.
Cassis séché
Blackcurrant has been cultivated in Europe for centuries and valued for its intense fruity aroma in cooking and infusions.
Gingembre confit séché
Candied ginger is used in Asia and European baking for its sweet-spicy flavor.
Cerfeuil séché
Chervil is a classic French herb, used fresh or dried.
Ciboulette séchée
Chives are a mild allium herb widely used in Europe for their delicate onion-like flavor.
Cédrat séché
Citron is an ancient citrus used in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cooking, prized for its aromatic peel.
Caloupilé séché
Curry leaves are a cornerstone of South Indian and Sri Lankan cooking, used for centuries to flavor dishes.
Fleur de pissenlit séchée
Dandelion has traditionally been used in Europe for culinary uses and infusions.
Baie de sureau séchée
Elderberry has long been used in Europe for infusions and fruity preparations.
Citron caviar séché
Finger lime comes from Australia. When dried, it concentrates its bright citrus acidity.
Jalapeño séché
Jalapeño peppers originate from Mexico and are widely used in Latin American cuisine.
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.
Lime séchée
Dried lime (loomi) is a traditional Middle Eastern ingredient used in stews and Persian rice dishes.
Amchoor
Amchoor is made from dried unripe mango and is used in Indian cooking to add tangy acidity.
Menthe séchée
Mint has been used since antiquity in the Middle East, Mediterranean, and Asia for its refreshing aroma.
Fleur d'oranger séchée
Used since antiquity in the Middle East and Mediterranean, orange blossom flavors pastries and drinks.
Persil séché
Parsley is a European herb used since ancient times, both as garnish and seasoning.
Menthe poivrée séchée
Mint has been used since antiquity in the Middle East, Mediterranean, and Asia for its refreshing aroma.
Bouton de rose séché
Rosebuds have been used for centuries in the Middle East and Asia to perfume desserts and drinks.
Ciboule séchée
Scallion has long been used in Europe and Asia for its mild onion-like flavor.
Estragon séché
Tarragon is a classic French herb prized for its anise-like aroma.
Basilic thaï séché
Basil is a signature herb of Italian and Asian cuisines, known for its fresh, sweet aroma.