Thai basil and holy basil are related to each other and both are fixtures in Thai and other Southeast Asian cuisines. They are popular because each of them has certain distinctive qualities. To get the best from these two basil varieties, you will need to understand those distinctive qualities. We will examine what makes each […]
Spearmint Vs. Peppermint: SPICEography Showdown
Both spearmint and peppermint belong to the same Mentha genus but the names refer to different species. Peppermint is actually a spearmint and watermint hybrid. In other words, these two herbs have a lot in common. They are also different herbs with different properties and applications. If you are confused about which to use or […]
Fenugreek Vs. Fennel Seed: SPICEography Showdown
Fenugreek (AKA fenugreek seed) and fennel seed are two pungent spices. Both are native to the Mediterranean region though fenugreek is native to Asia as well. If you are looking for a spice that will dominate the other flavors in a dish, either of these spices can play that role; however, they will go about […]
Spearmint: The Oldest Mint
Spearmint has been used and cultivated for so much of human history that there is probably no version of it that is truly wild. The original form of spearmint is probably not growing anywhere in nature. The herb is originally from Europe and the Middle East but can be found all over the world as […]
Rosemary Vs. Lavender: SPICEography Showdown
Rosemary and lavender are two herbs that can be similar enough in appearance that you could easily mistake them for each other. If you want to use one or the other, you should understand what makes each special. Let’s break down their similarities and differences in another SPICEography Showdown.
Coconut Flour Vs. White Flour: SPICEography Showdown
Coconut flour is one of your better options if you need a gluten-free substitute for white flour. The term white flour refers to highly processed wheat flour. Keep in that because coconut flour can work as white flour substitute does not mean that it has exactly the same characteristics. In fact, these two flours are […]
Apple Mint Vs. Peppermint: SPICEography Showdown
Apple mint and peppermint are both members of the mint family and you can use either of them to give the distinctive mint flavor to food; however, they won’t provide exactly the same version of that flavor. You will not get the same results just by making a 1:1 substitution; these herbs are not perfectly […]
Almond Flour Vs. White Flour: SPICEography Showdown
Almond flour is a popular nut flour that is best known as a white flour substitute. Both flours play similar roles in recipes though they are quite different in terms of nutritional content. They are also different with regard to the results that they deliver. If you are trying to decide which one is right […]
Agave Vs. Stevia: SPICEography Showdown
Agave nectar and stevia are both sugar alternatives that you may have seen marketed as being healthier than plain sugar sourced from sugarcane or beets. They are two of many non-sugar sweeteners and each brings its own set of qualities. Is one better than the other? How do they compare to each other when used […]
Coconut Flour Vs. Almond Flour: SPICEography Showdown
Coconut flour and almond flour have both recently become trendy options for those who want to follow the Paleo diet. They are also valuable options for sufferers of celiac disease or people who are otherwise gluten intolerant. While they are both versatile flours, they are not perfectly interchangeable with each other due to the fact […]
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