Rosemary, chervil, cinnamon, dill, thyme, paprika… not always easy to meet there!
Flavoring your dishes by adding sweet, spicy or even aniseed flavors is an undeniable plus to enhance your recipes.
But there you have it, you still have to combine them with the right aromatics. Without forgetting the undeniable benefits of these on our health...
Let's see together how to flavor your dishes by carefully choosing your aromatic herbs and spices.
Ideal for naturally flavoring my dishes, I put them in the spotlight without hesitation:
- Dill :its subtle anise flavor goes wonderfully well with your grilled or smoked fish, such as salmon and herring. It will enhance the flavor of pork and veal.
- Basil :very present in midday cuisine, it delicately flavors your white meats, but also your soups, pasta, fish and dishes in sauce. It is also very popular for refreshing desserts!
- Chervil :it will be ideal for your salads, dressings, soups or omelettes.
- Chives :in omelets, in salads, with fresh cheese, with fresh vegetables, it will bring a touch of freshness to your dishes. It is also perfect for their decoration!
- Parsley :flat-leaf parsley is one of the stars of this family:as a bouquet or parsley, it will adorn your omelettes, raw vegetables, meats and fish! As a branch, it will bring a final decorative touch to your plates.
- Rosemary :widely used for the preparation of sauces, stews and stews, it is also an excellent culinary partner for your meats and poultry, such as game and pork.
- Thyme :powerful in aroma, it deliciously flavors omelettes and scrambled eggs, but also your potatoes or pan-fried vegetables. Star of the bouquet garni, it is essential for the flavor of your meats in sauce.
I use them with subtlety for a delicate dosage:
- Cinnamon :its sweet and warm aroma goes wonderfully with your pastries, compotes, donuts, but also your mulled wines!
- Coriander :whole or ground, it is essential for your couscous, tagines or terrines. It will be a precious ally for the preparation of your mushrooms, cabbage, but also marinades.
- Cumin :its strong aroma requires a moderate dosage. If it flavors your bread and your cheese, it will also be excellent for the preparation of your mashed potatoes or your grilled fish.
- Paprika :its fruity and sweet aroma and its red colored powder make it a spice that will be very appreciated by your beef goulash, but also by your potato stews.
- Saffron :it will enhance the taste of the food in your dish. Very delicate in the mouth, it is essential for the preparation of your paellas, but also ideal for your white meats, such as chicken and turkey.
If these aromatic herbs and spices illuminate your dishes, know that they are also full of virtues for your health!
Some examples :
- The basil aids sleep and digestion,
- The chervil , rich in iron, is diuretic ,
- parsley , it is rich in vitamin C and it is recommended for convalescent people,
- The thyme isantiseptic and antiviral,
- The cinnamon helps fight fatigue,
- The paprika is decongestant and helps prevent colds,
- The saffron stimulates digestion.
With so many flavors and benefits, it would be a shame to miss them!
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