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    Default Seasonings, spices, oils and such

    I'm working on making a list of must have seasonings, spices, oils and those such things so that I can start making some different (better) recipes. What should I have??

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    Default Re: Seasonings, spices, oils and such

    Olive Oil
    Extra Virgin Olive Oil
    Sunflower Oil/Rapeseed (Canola) Oil
    For asian cuisine: peanut and/or sesame oil

    In terms of spices, I always have:
    Cumin
    coriander
    Cinnamon
    allspice
    nutmeg (whole)
    garam masala
    cardamom pods
    asafoetida
    fenugreek
    mustard seeds
    turmeric
    chilli powder
    hungarian paprika
    black peppercorns (in grinder)
    salt

    herbs:
    Basil
    oregano
    dill
    mint
    tarragon
    thyme
    rosemary
    marjoram

    some others that have slipped my mind too. My cupboard is chockablock.

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    Default Re: Seasonings, spices, oils and such

    Under "such", i will sugest:
    Nutritional yeast
    mustard
    Veg oystersauce
    soysauce
    appelcider vinegar
    sweet chili sauce
    balsamic vinegar

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    Default Re: Seasonings, spices, oils and such

    The easiest way to do this is to find some recipes you know you like and keep those spices/herbs/oils on hand. Then as you delve into new recipes, you can add the seasonings from those recipes. This way you aren't overwhelmed and you'll actually use the ones you buy.

    This is my short list of must haves:

    Extra virgin olive oil
    Peanut oil
    Sesame oil

    Basil
    Coriander
    Curry powder
    Chili powder
    Ginger powder
    Turmeric
    Rosemary
    Black pepper
    Salt
    Cinnamon

    I use a lot of other stuff beside those, but those are the bare basics that I can't live without. Also, having lemons, limes, and some different vinegars on hand is really helpful.

    Cheers,
    rant
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    Default Re: Seasonings, spices, oils and such

    In addition to what's already been mentioned, how about a hot sauce, such as Tabasco? I also like vegan Worcester(shire) Sauce, but I'm not sure if you can get that where you are?

    Bay leaves are good for soups and rice, and if you get a plant you can have fresh ones all the year round.

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    Default Re: Seasonings, spices, oils and such

    it depends on what recipes you have in mind, i found indian recipes i want to try but i don't own all the spices i need for them.

    i second the previous posts. here's what i consider essential :
    olive oil
    sunflower oil or rapeseed/canola oil
    sesame oil

    can't go wrong with soysauce

    apple cider vinegar
    balsamic vinegar (great for salads)


    herbs:
    basil
    oregano
    thyme
    rosemary
    mint
    chive
    parsley

    spices:
    cinnamon
    nutmeg (whole)
    curry
    salt
    pepper (whole in a grinder)
    saffron
    coriander
    cardamom
    cloves
    ginger

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    Default Re: Seasonings, spices, oils and such

    Quote harpy View Post
    In addition to what's already been mentioned, how about a hot sauce, such as Tabasco?
    Yes, the green jalapeno one! <3 I love it on everything.

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