Mexican crema and mayonnaise often show up together in recipes for the Mexican street corn referred to as elote. The fact that they show up together will tell you that they are not the same and that each brings unique qualities to the dish. They do share some of the …
Mexican crema and sour cream are widely perceived to be the same thing. You may often crema referred to as Mexican sour cream, which is technically correct, but there are some important differences between these two cultured dairy products. We will compare Mexican crema and sour cream in the SPICEography …
Sour cream and crème fraiche are two cultured dairy products. They can be interchangeable in some instances but not in all. To learn more about how they are similar and how they differ, see the SPICEography Showdown below. How does sour cream differ from crème fraiche? Sour cream and crème …
Crème fraiche and clotted cream are two classic dairy products used as spreads and garnishes for many savory and sweet dishes. You can use either one to provide richness and body in some recipes, but you can’t always switch them out. Learn more about how they compare in the SPICEography …
Clotted cream and butter are two similar dairy products that on paper may seem to be interchangeable. They are both rich in milkfat, which is sometimes called butterfat. Both are used as spreads and can be valuable for adding richness to foods. That said, there are some key differences that …
Coconut butter and butter are often used in the same ways, which may cause you to wonder how easily they can be swapped out. It turns out that you can use them interchangeably in some instances, but not in all. Let’s take a closer look in this SPICEography Showdown. How …
Coconut butter and coconut oil are two different coconut products, despite their similar names and appearances. They are not usually interchangeable. Learn more about them in the SPICEography Showdown below. How does coconut butter differ from coconut oil? Coconut butter and coconut oil have different compositions. Coconut butter is similar …
Coconut butter and peanut butter are creamy spreads that contain no animal products. They are popular for that reason, and because they are considered healthy when consumed in moderation. How much alike are they? Can you use one instead of the other? Read the SPICEography Showdown below to learn more. …