Cooking with Spices
The Flaevor Spice Directory
Spices are one of the most powerful ways to build flavour in cooking. The Flaevor Spice Directory is a growing collection of guides to herbs, spices and flavour blends used in cuisines around the world. Each page explores the flavour profile of a spice, how it’s traditionally used, and ways to cook with it at home. From everyday spices such as cumin and turmeric to complex blends like shawarma spice, these guides help you understand how spices work together to create depth, aroma and character in a dish.
Browse the directory to learn more about each spice and discover recipes that feature them.
Za’atar Spice Blend
What is Za'atar and how to use it in cooking
Shawarma Spice Blend
A warm earthy combination of spices perfect for roasted meat and vegetables
What is Harissa?
Learn the difference between ground Harissa Powder, Harissa Paste and Harissa Sauce
Oregano
What is oregano and how to use it in cooking
Cardamom
What is Cardamom and how to use it in cooking
Korma Curry Paste
One of the world's most loved curry paste blends
Garlic Powder
What is garlic powder and how to use it in cooking
Fennel Seeds
What are fennel seeds and how to use them in cooking
Madras Curry Powder
What is Madras Curry Powder and how to use it in cooking
Smoke Salt
Instant flavour in just a few pinches
Coriander Seeds
What are they and how to use them in cooking
Smoked Paprika
What is Smoked Paprika and how to use it in cooking
Dried Fenugreek Leaves
What are Dried Fenugreek Leaves and how to use them in cooking
Baharat Spice Blend
What is Baharat and how to use it in cooking
Star Anise
What Is Star Anise and How to Use It in Cooking
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