Spice things up! Exploring different spices from Finest Reserve, you can take your dishes to the next level! Wake up your menu with spice and herb combinations of hot and sweet, or tangy and savory, immerse yourself in Mediterranean or Middle Eastern cooking with a wide array of flavors and aromas. Different countries are known for their own traditional spice mixes and marinades, each presenting wonderful ways to experience new flavors!
Coriander
The tan seed of the cilantro plant, coriander has a subtly sweet, lemony flavor. It is native to southern Europe, North Africa, and southwestern Asia. Coriander is a classic addition to Middle Eastern seafood and vegetable recipes; try it in fish stew, falafel, or lentil soup.
Cumin
The spice’s distinctive, earthy flavor is unmistakable in many Middle Eastern staple dishes. Use the ground version, or toast the whole seeds until fragrant before adding to dishes or grinding them. Cumin adds zip to fish and shellfish dishes and to couscous, marinades, and hummus.
Paprika
Made from the ground fruit of a red pepper plant that originated in Central America, paprika can range from mild to fiery. Sweet smoked paprika and hot smoked paprika are both dried slowly over a wood fire for several weeks, which imparts a delicious smoky flavor.
Explore paprika in this delicious recipe!
Turmeric
Vivid, golden-orange turmeric comes from a member of the ginger family that’s native to southwest India, and has been used in cooking since 600 B.C. Use ground turmeric to add a slightly pungent bitter flavor to rice, Middle Eastern-style meatballs, and to dishes starring chicken, lamb, or shrimp.
Try this delicious Turmeric-Spiced Sweet Potatoes with Spinach & Peppers!
The good news is you don’t have to travel the world for these incredible flavors! Just take a trip to your nearest Our Family brand retailer to shop Our Family & Finest Reserve Spices and Seasonings!