Popular Cooking Spices

Popular Cooking Spices

Popular Cooking Spices

Moroccan Recipes Are Getting More Popular

Considered as one of the most diversified and sumptuous food, Moroccan cuisine offers a delightful experience. There primary reason contributed to the diverse Moroccan food is it's interaction with the outside world for centuries. Food in Morocco has blended different cuisines from different cultures like Moorish, Arab, Middle Eastern, Berber, Jewish, Iberian and Mediterranean African.

Over different historical eras and centuries the Moroccan cuisine was refined by the highly capable cooks of the royal kitchens in Meknes, Fez, Marrakech, Tetouan and Rabat. This refined cuisine laid the base for the modern Moroccan cuisine.

History of Moroccan Cuisine

Morocco has been at the crossroad of different civilizations, which has greatly influenced Moroccan food. Today you will even find some of the best Moroccan recipes over the internet but the truth is that nothing tastes like the Moroccan spices.

It is said that the history of Morocco can be seen reflected in their cuisine. There has been different settlements in Morocco, which has led to creation of a blended cuisine that has many different flavors. There was a time when political refugees came all the way from Baghdad, Iraq during the Middle Ages to settle in Morocco. They brought with them the traditional recipes, which have since become a part of the traditional Moroccan cuisine. One of the signature characteristics of this blend is the recipe where fruit is cooked with meat like apricots with chicken.

Moroccan food has also been influenced greatly by Morisco or the Muslim refugees who were thrown out of Spain preceding the Spanish inquisition. An important part of Moroccan cuisine is the ingredients used. Since Morocco produces Mediterranean vegetables and fruits, they are used in the preparation of different Moroccan recipes. Poultry, cattle and fish is also in abundance in Morocco and hence they have become an integral part of the country's cuisine.

Moroccan Spices

Food in Morocco can't do without the Moroccan spices. One of the biggest markets in Morocco for spices is at Agadir and you can find spices in different colors and for rendering a different taste. These spices are used in all Moroccan recipes and render a taste that will remain with you for a lifetime. The Moroccan spices have not existed in the country always, they were initially imported from other countries over thousands of years.

Some of the popular Moroccan spices include saffron that came from Tiliouine, olive and mint came from Meknes, while lemons and oranges came from Fez. Some of the common spices were also home grown like kamoun (cumin), karfa (cinnamon), kharkoum (tumeric), libzar (pepper) , skingbir (ginger), tahmira (paprika), sesame seed, anis seed, kasbour (coriander), zaafrane beldi (saffron) and maadnous (parsley).

The Great Moroccan Meal

You have to really taste the tanginess and the spicy flavors of the Moroccan cuisine to understand why it is so popular across the world. The most important part of the Moroccan cuisine is the midday meal, which is not consumed in the holy month of Ramadan. A Moroccan mid day meal will start with hot and cold salads, and will be followed by tagine. Bread is the staple food of every mid day meal. This is followed by chicken or lamb dish and then a dish of couscous topped with vegetable and meat. At the end of the meal, you will get to drink a cup of sweet mint tea, which is a part of their tradition.

Couscous is the main Moroccan dish and is considered to have been of Berber origin. The most commonly consumed form of meat is beef although lamb is also preferred but costs more than beef. There is also a growing importance of seafood and is slowly becoming an important part of Moroccan cuisine.

Some of the popular as well as famous Moroccan food recipes include Pastilla, Couscous, Tajine, Harira and Tanjia. Although Harira is a soup, but it is an important part of the Moroccan cuisine and is consumed mostly during the holy months of Ramadan.

Where you have rich food laced with Moroccan spices, you will definitely have Desserts. Desserts in Morocco don't necessarily have to be sweet although the sweeter it is, the better it will be. One of the common desserts is the kaab el ghzal or gazelle's horns. Of course that's just a name and you won't get to eat any horns. Kaab el ghzal is a type of pastry with sugar toppings and is stuffed with almond paste. Honey cakes are extremely popular too and they are prepared by deep frying dough and dipping them in hot honey and finally sesame seeds are sprinkled on the top.

Moroccan cuisine has a lot of variety and also include drinks (Mint Tea) and snacks apart from their mid day meal and to feel the real flavor of spice, you will have to taste their traditional food.

Herbs & Spices: The Cook's Reference
Herbs & Spices: The Cook's Reference
List Price: $30.00
Sale Price: $19.80
You save: $10.20 (34%)
  Eligible for free shipping!
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
See Reviews For This Product

Description

The first illustrated guide to cover the whole spectrum of herbs and spices for culinary use. Herbs & Spices is an indispensable reference that shows how to prepare fresh and dried herbs, how to use herbs and spices in cooking, and details everything that other books on the subject leave out. Containing a unique collection of recipes, from herb and spice mixes to rubs, pastes, salsas, and marinades, these authentic formulas will encourage cooks to think creatively and experiment on their own. Grouped by aroma and taste, with step-by-step preparation techniques and beautiful full-color photography, this book describes 60 herbs and the benefits of using them fresh or dried, and focuses on 60 spices from around the world, with a look at the early spice trade and how cross-cultural fusion has impacted on contemporary cooking.

Features

  • ISBN13: 9780789489395
  • Condition: New
  • Notes: BUY WITH CONFIDENCE, Over one million books sold! 98% Positive feedback. Compare our books, prices and service to the competition. 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed
Mexican Food: Popular Ingredients and Preparations
Mexican Food: Popular Ingredients and Preparations
List Price: $0.99
See Reviews For This Product

Description

Topics Covered:What is There To Know About Mexican Food?What Are Some Mexican Spices?What Are Some Vegetables Found in Mexico?What Are Some Fruits in Mexico?What Are Some Mexican Chilies?What Are Some Mexican Soups?What Are Some Types of Mexican Bread?What Are Tamales?What Are Tortillas?The Beginning of Nachos and What They Have BecomeFavorite Drinks of MexicoHow Healthy is Mexican Food?What Type of Methods Are Used To Cook Mexican Food?1

Nutmeg 100% Pure Therapeutic Grade Essential Oil- 10 ml
Nutmeg 100% Pure Therapeutic Grade Essential Oil- 10 ml
List Price: $9.75
Sale Price: $6.95
You save: $2.80 (29%)
  Eligible for free shipping!
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
See Reviews For This Product

Description

Plant Part: Seeds * Extraction Method: Steam Distilled * Origin: Indonesia * Description: Nutmeg Essential Oil is derived from the evergreen tree. It produces a fleshy red fruit. The exterior husk is dried and produces mace essential oil, while the seeds produce the Essential Oil. * Color: Colorless to pale yellow liquid. * Common Uses: Nutmeg Essential Oil can be used as a treatment for the following: arthritis, constipation, fatigue, muscle aches, nausea, neuralgia, poor circulation, rheumatism and slow digestion. It is a valuable addition to many aromatherapy blends, adding warmth, spice and inspiration, when used in very small amounts. Nutmeg Oil can be used in soaps, candle making, dental products and hair lotions. * Consistency: Thin * Note: Middle * Strength of Aroma: Medium * Blends well with: Lavender, Clary Sage, Geranium, Rosemary, Petitgrain, Orange and other Spice Oils. * Aromatic Scent: Nutmeg Essential Oil has a rich, spicy, sweet, woody scent. It is similar to the cooking spice, but richer. * History: Nutmeg was used by the Indians for intestinal disorders, by the Egyptians in embalming and by the Italians during the Plague. In the Middle Ages nutmeg was grated and mixed with lard as an ointment for piles.

Features

  • Nutmeg has a rich, spicy, sweet, woody aroma. It is similar to the cooking spice, but richer.
  • Botanical Name: Myristica fragrans
  • It is a valuable addition to many aromatherapy blends, adding warmth, spice and inspiration, when used in very small amounts
  • All Edens Garden products are 100% pure therapeutic grade
  • Edens Garden collection includes 78 of the following oils- Anise Star, Aphrodisiac blend, Basil, Bay, Bergamot, Birch, Black Pepper, Blood Orange, Breathe Easy blend, Camphor, Cardamom, Carrot, Cassia, Cedarwood, Chamomile, Cinnamon Leaf, Citronella, Clary Sage, Cleaning blend, Clementine, Clove, Coriander, Cypress, Elemi, Eucalyptus, Fennel, Fir Needle, Frankincense, French Lavender, Geranium, Ginger, Grapefruit, Helichrysum, Ho Wood, Hyssop, Invigorate blend, Juniper Berry, Key Lime, Lavender, Lemon Eucalyptus, Lemon, Lemongrass, Lime, Litsea, Mandarin, Meditation blend, Myrrh, Myrtle, Neroli, Nutmeg, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Peppermint, Peru Balsam, Petitgrain, Pine, Relaxation blend, Renew blend, Rose Geranium, Rosemary, Rosewood, Sage, Sandalwood, Sensation blend, Spearmint, Spikenard, Spruce, Stress Relief blend, Sweet Marjoram, Sweet Orange, Tangerine, Tea Tree, Thyme, Vanilla, Verbena, Vetiver, Wintergreen and Ylang Ylang
Super Cayenne II Hybrid Hot Chile Pepper 15 SeedsCayenne is a popular spice used in many different regional styles of cooking, but it has also been used medicinally for thousands of years
Super Cayenne II Hybrid Hot Chile Pepper 15 SeedsCayenne is a popular spice used in many different regional styles of cooking, but it has also been used medicinally for thousands of years
Sale Price: $1.99
  Eligible for free shipping!
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
See Reviews For This Product

Description

The original Super Cayenne was an ALL-AMERICA SELECTIONS WINNER. This improved version has longer, larger fruit (5 to 6 inches long), taller, more vigorous plants, and added disease resistance. MAKES A GREAT CONTAINER PLANT Peppers still have great flavor and 50,000 to 60,000 Scoville units 15 SEEDS PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS INCLUDED We provide Quality Seeds in the Variety and Quantity Listed

Features

  • This improved version has longer, larger fruit (5 to 6 inches long), taller, more vigorous plants
  • The original Super Cayenne was an ALL-AMERICA SELECTIONS WINNER.
  • MAKES A GREAT CONTAINER PLANT
Ibarra Mexican Chocolate, 18.6 oz
Ibarra Mexican Chocolate, 18.6 oz
Sale Price: $3.89
  Eligible for free shipping!
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
See Reviews For This Product

Description

Ibarra sweet chocolate laced with cinnamon and covered in coarse sugar. A Novamex product. MEXICAN CHOCOLATE Serve your Mexican Chocolate with churros! INGREDIENTS 3.3 oz tablet of Mexican chocolate 2-1/2 cups milk 1 tsp sugar 1/2 tsp cinnamon INSTRUCTIONS To make Mexican hot chocolate, break tablet of Mexican chocolate into pieces and bring it to a simmer with milk. Stir the mixture until the chocolate is melted and well-combined. Mexican chocolate is traditionally beaten to a froth with a wooden implement called "molinillo". You can imitiate the effect by putting a small amount of your chocolate at a time in a blender and briefly pulsing it.

Features

  • Pack of 18.6 ounces
  • Ibarra sweet chocolate laced with cinnamon and covered in coarse sugar
  • Product of Mexico
5 Spices, 50 Dishes: Simple Indian Recipes Using Five Common Spices
5 Spices, 50 Dishes: Simple Indian Recipes Using Five Common Spices
List Price: $19.95
Sale Price: $13.57
You save: $6.38 (32%)
  Eligible for free shipping!
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
See Reviews For This Product

Description

The premise is simple: with five common spices and a few basic ingredients, home cooks can create fifty mouthwatering Indian dishes, as diverse as they are delicious. Cooking teacher Ruta Kahate has chosen easy-to-find spices coriander, cumin, mustard, cayenne pepper, and turmeric to create authentic, accessible Indian dishes everyone will love. Roasted Lamb with Burnt Onions uses just two spices and three steps resulting in a meltingly tender roast. Steamed Cauliflower with a Spicy Tomato Sauce and Curried Mushrooms and Peas share the same three spices, but each tastes completely different. Suggested menus offer inspiration for entire Indian dinners. For quick and easy Indian meals, keep it simple with 5 Spices, 50 Dishes.

Features

  • ISBN13: 9780811853422
  • Condition: New
  • Notes: BUY WITH CONFIDENCE, Over one million books sold! 98% Positive feedback. Compare our books, prices and service to the competition. 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed
The Spice Box: A Vegetarian Indian Cookbook (Vegetarian Cooking)
The Spice Box: A Vegetarian Indian Cookbook (Vegetarian Cooking)
List Price: $12.95
See Reviews For This Product
Cooking with Cannabis: The Most Effective Methods of Preparing Food and Drink with Marijuana, Hashish, and Hash Oil Third Edition
Cooking with Cannabis: The Most Effective Methods of Preparing Food and Drink with Marijuana, Hashish, and Hash Oil Third Edition
List Price: $12.95
See Reviews For This Product
Kibbee 'N' Spice and Everything Nice : Popular and Easy Recipes for the Lebanese and American Family
Kibbee 'N' Spice and Everything Nice : Popular and Easy Recipes for the Lebanese and American Family
List Price: $18.95
Sale Price: $14.17
You save: $4.78 (25%)
  Eligible for free shipping!
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
See Reviews For This Product

Description

Cooking is Janet Kalush's passion. With a heartfelt "Ahlan Wa Sahlan" she welcomes her guests and makes them feel comfortable and relaxed. She especially loves to share her Lebanese heritage through her cooking. It's a toss-up who has the most enjoyment, the cook or the guests!

Features

  • ISBN13: 9780967266305
  • Condition: New
  • Notes: BRAND NEW FROM PUBLISHER! BUY WITH CONFIDENCE, Over one million books sold! 98% Positive feedback. Compare our books, prices and service to the competition. 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed
Cooking with Cannabis: The Most Effective Methods of Preparing Food and Drink with Marijuana, Hashish, and Hash Oil Third Edition
Cooking with Cannabis: The Most Effective Methods of Preparing Food and Drink with Marijuana, Hashish, and Hash Oil Third Edition
List Price: $12.95
Sale Price: $10.36
You save: $2.59 (20%)
  Eligible for free shipping!
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
See Reviews For This Product

Features

  • ISBN13: 9780914171553
  • Condition: New
  • Notes: BUY WITH CONFIDENCE, Over one million books sold! 98% Positive feedback. Compare our books, prices and service to the competition. 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed
Share and Enjoy:
  • Print
  • Digg
  • Sphinn
  • del.icio.us
  • Facebook
  • Mixx
  • Google Bookmarks
  • Blogplay