Tahini and tzatziki both show up in Mediterranean dishes and have historical connections to tarator sauce. You should have both in your kitchen if you plan to make Greek or Lebanese dishes, but they are not usually interchangeable. Here is …
Golden syrup and corn syrup are well-known sweeteners, but they are each popular on opposite sides of the Atlantic Ocean. In the SPICEography Showdown below, we take a look at how golden syrup and corn syrup compare to each other. …
Demerara sugar and brown sugar can be classified as brown sugars since neither is perfectly white and both contain molasses. Aside from those common traits, you will find they are quite different products. You will want to compare their differences …
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Whole grain mustard and Dijon mustard are two condiment varieties that you may see both at your local deli and on some supermarket shelves. They are both prepared versions of the mustard seed but have very different characteristics. What makes …
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Demerara sugar and turbinado sugars are very similar. They are raw sugars, which means that the processing that they have undergone is minimal. Despite their similarities, these sugars are not the same and their differences should be considered when deciding …
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Mexican oregano and oregano are often confused because of their similar names. Are they the same herb or similar? Can you use them in the same ways? If you are unfamiliar with these two seasonings, the SPICEography Showdown below can …
Sunflower oil is a cooking oil with a long history on the North American continent and in Eastern Europe. Vegetable oil is a more recent invention that started as a substitute for lard. Both are often used for the same …
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Agave nectar and maple syrup are two liquid sweeteners that are sometimes promoted as being healthy sugar alternatives. How healthy are they? Is one better for you than the other? Let’s compare them in this SPICEography Showdown. How does agave …