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Indigenous to the Eastern Mediterranian it is now widely cultlivated in Europe and Central America. Its mild, liquorice flavour is used in Middle Eastern cooking, particularly vegetable based dishes. The seeds are often chewed after a meal to freshen the breath.
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The 'blades' of mace have a flavour which is similar to that of nutmeg but which is not as strong. They can be used whole in pickling spice or milk puddings (remove before eating). There is a wider culinary application for Ground Mace (see separate entry).
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The unique flavour of garlic is an essential part of many of the world's cuisines. It is used in pasta sauces, Chinese and Thai stir-fry dishes and savoury Indian dishes. Garlic Chips are made by cutting up dried cloves of fresh garlic . Half a teaspoon is equivalent to a medium sized clove of fresh garlic.
Cumin seeds have a full aromatic lemon flavour and are often used ground (see Cumin Ground). To prepare the seed yourself, first roast in a hot, dry, frying pan for a few minutes and then grind using a mortar and pestle or a coffee grinder. Cumin is an important ingredient in Indian and Middle Eastern cooking and is also used a s a topping for bread.
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Widely used in South Asian cooking. To obtain the best flavour, fry first in oil at a high temperature for a minute or so. Cumin gives a warm aromatic lemon flavour to meat, fish or egg dishes.
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Use sparingly to give a 'herby' flavour to savoury dishes including omelettes, casseroles, pasta sauces and stews. Possible alternatives to use are Bouquet Garni or Fines Herbes (see separate entries).