Thyme delivers woody, lemony, and peppery notes, while the oregano has hints of bitterness and spiciness and is more pungent. Both are common in Mediterranean, Italian, and Middle Eastern cuisines....
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Mexican oregano and its Mediterranean counterpart — the regular oregano you see in grocery stores — are aromatic herbs. A staple in Mexican dishes such as tacos, Mexican oregano has a stronger...
Parsley and basil are two of the most popular herbs in the culinary world. Parsley has a herbaceous, bright, fresh flavor with hints of bitterness and pepper. It’s a popular garnish in Middle...
Fennel and caraway seeds belong to the same plant family. Though they both have hints of anise and licorice, fennel is sweeter, while caraway is earthy and nutty. Fennel blends well with pork dishes,...
Almond extract delivers a strong nutty flavor to various baking recipes. If you’re looking for an almond extract substitute, your best options are vanilla extract and Amaretto. You can also make...
You can use annatto powder to enhance the flavor and color of dishes. When you can’t find it in grocery stores, know that some of the best substitutes are ground paprika, hibiscus powder, turmeric...