Both fleur de sel and Maldon salt are upscale salts primarily used for finishing dishes. They are both sea salts prized by serious cooks for having bright, clean flavor profiles. Aside from those similarities, there are some important differences between the two. While you should probably have both in your spice cabinet, you should consider […]
Maldon Salt Vs. Kosher Salt: SPICEography Showdown
Maldon sea salt and kosher salt are just two of many different types of salt prized by serious cooks. Chefs often have both on hand despite the fact that they are almost identical in terms of their chemical makeup. The fact is that despite the fact that they are both salts, they each bring very […]
Turmeric Vs. Curry Powder: SPICEography Showdown
Turmeric and curry powder look very much alike. In fact, they can be similar enough that you might mistake one for the other. However, the fact that these are very different ingredients will be evident once you start cooking with one or the other. Let’s take a look at how these two seasonings compare to […]
Pectin Vs. Gelatin: SPICEography Showdown
Pectin and gelatin are two of the most popular gelling and thickening agents. Gelatin is better known than pectin because of its association with Jell-O and similar prepared desserts. These two ingredients are similar in a few ways and dramatically different in others. If you are unfamiliar with either or both, you will want to […]
Lemon Balm Vs. Lemon Verbena: SPICEography Showdown
Lemon balm and lemon verbena are two lemon-scented culinary herbs that have been used all over the world for centuries. However, they are not among the most well-known or widely used herbs in the west. While you should have an easy time finding herbs like basil and thyme in your local grocery store, you may […]
MSG Vs. Salt: SPICEography Showdown
Monosodium glutamate (MSG) and salt have a lot in common, including a similar appearance. Both consist of white crystals that can differ in size and both may show up in the same types of dishes. Their similarities do not mean that they are exactly the same or that you can use them interchangeably. In this […]
Wasabi Vs. Horseradish: SPICEography Showdown
Wasabi and horseradish are often recommended as substitutes for each other and you may already be aware that wasabi is sometimes referred to as Japanese horseradish. Does this mean that they are the same thing? No, it does not. In fact, they have some differences that you should understand before choosing one over the other. […]
Garlic Vs. Ginger: SPICEography Showdown
Garlic and ginger show up together in quite a few Asian recipes, which may lead those who are unfamiliar with these seasonings to confuse them or to believe that they are related. Garlic and ginger are known for bringing assertive, complex flavors to food and are widely available all over the world. That said, they […]
Chia Seeds Vs. Hemp Seeds: SPICEography Showdown
Chia seeds and hemp seeds are often listed alongside flax seeds as superfoods. If you are trying to choose between them, you will need to consider what each has to offer. Our chia seeds vs. hemp seeds SPICEography Showdown will show you how the two seeds compare to each other. Let’s break things down.
Long Pepper Vs. Black Pepper: SPICEography Showdown
Long pepper and black pepper are close relatives; both belong to the Piperaceae family. As relatives, it makes sense that they would have a lot in common and they do; however, they also have some major differences. You will need to know what makes each spice unique when you are deciding between them. Let’s break […]
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