Know your Spice
Please find the list of few spices and herbs and their culinary usage.
Allspice: Used in baking and Caribbean cuisine.
Anise: Adds a licorice flavor to sweets and liqueurs.
Annatto: Imparts a rich, red colour to Latin American dishes.
Alkanet: It gives a rich, red colour to Kashmiri dishes.
Asafoetida: A pungent Indian spice used in vegetarian dishes.
Basil: A key herb in Italian cuisine and pesto sauce.
Bay Leaf: Adds flavour to soups, stews, and sauces.
Black Cardamom: Used in Indian and Middle Eastern dishes.
Black Mustard Seeds: Common in Indian pickles and curries.
Black Pepper: A versatile spice used worldwide.
Caraway Seeds: Used in bread, sausages, and stews.
Cardamom: Adds a sweet aroma to desserts and curries.
Cayenne Pepper: Provides heat to various dishes.
Celery Seed: Used in pickling and coleslaw.
Chervil: Adds a delicate flavour to French cuisine.
Chili Powder: Common in Mexican and Tex-Mex cooking.
Chinese Five Spice: Used in Chinese and Vietnamese cuisine.
Cilantro: Key in Mexican and Thai dishes.
Cinnamon: Used in desserts, curries, and beverages.
Cloves: Often used in spice blends and baked goods.
Coriander: Used in Indian, Middle Eastern, and Mexican cuisine.
Cumin: A staple in Indian, Mexican, and Middle Eastern cooking.
Curry Leaves: Essential in South Indian curries.
Dill: Common in pickles and seafood dishes.
Epazote: Used in Mexican bean dishes.
Fennel Seeds: Adds a licorice flavour to dishes.
Fenugreek: Common in Indian and Ethiopian cuisine.
Garam Masala: An Indian spice blend for curries.
Garlic Powder: Used in various savory dishes.
Ginger: A versatile spice in Asian cuisine.
Green Cardamom: Used in desserts and tea.
Juniper Berries: Used in Scandinavian and game dishes.
Lavender: Adds a floral note to desserts and drinks.
Lemongrass: Common in Thai and Vietnamese cooking.
Mace: A spice made from the outer coating of nutmeg.
Marjoram: Used in Mediterranean and European cuisine.
Nigella Seeds: Used in Indian and Middle Eastern dishes.
Nutmeg: Common in desserts, béchamel sauce, and eggnog.
Oregano: A key herb in Italian and Mexican cuisine.
Paprika: Adds colour and flavour to various dishes.
Parsley: A common herb for garnish and flavour.
Pink Peppercorns: Used as a garnish and in sauces.
Poppy Seeds: Common in baked goods and bagels.
Rosemary: A versatile herb in Mediterranean cooking.
Saffron: Adds color and flavour to rice dishes.
Sage: Used in stuffing and sausage.
Sesame Seeds: Common in Asian and Middle Eastern cuisine.
Star Anise: Adds a licorice flavor to Asian dishes.
Sumac: Used in Middle Eastern cuisine.
Tamarind: Provides a tangy flavour in Asian and Mexican dishes.
Tarragon: Used in French cuisine, particularly in béarnaise sauce.
Thyme: A versatile herb in various cuisines.
Turmeric: Adds colour and flavour to Indian and Middle Eastern dishes.
Vanilla: Used in desserts and baking.
White Pepper: Used in light-coloured dishes.
Za’atar: A Middle Eastern spice blend for seasoning.
Ajwain: Common in Indian bread and snacks.
Amchur (Mango Powder): Adds tartness to Indian dishes.
Angelica: Used in Scandinavian baking.
Arugula: A peppery green used in salads and pesto.
Bouquet Garni: A bundle of herbs used in soups and stews.
Cassia Bark: Similar to cinnamon, used in Chinese cuisine.
Chervil: Adds a delicate flavour to French cuisine.
Chia Seeds: Used in puddings and smoothies.
Chili Flakes: Adds heat to dishes like pizza and pasta.
Chive: Used as a garnish and in compound butter.
Cicely: Used in Scandinavian desserts and soups.
Cubeb Pepper: Used in Middle Eastern and North African cuisine.
Dill Seeds: Used in pickling and bread.
Dill Weed: Common in salads and fish dishes.
Fenugreek Leaves: Used in Indian and Ethiopian cooking.
Galangal: Similar to ginger, used in Thai cuisine.
Grains of Paradise: Adds a spicy flavour to dishes.
Hyssop: Used in Mediterranean cuisine and liqueurs.
Kaffir Lime Leaves: Common in Thai and Southeast Asian cooking.
Lovage: Used in soups and stews.
Mahlab: Used in Middle Eastern pastries.
Mint: Common in desserts, drinks, and savory dishes.
Mugwort: Used in Asian and European cuisine.
Pennyroyal: Used sparingly in European cuisine.
Savoury: Common in Mediterranean and European dishes.
Sorrel: Adds a tangy flavour to salads and sauces.
Szechuan Peppercorns: Provide a numbing sensation in Chinese dishes.
Tarragon: Used in French sauces and vinegar.
Thai Basil: Adds a distinctive flavour to Thai dishes.
Vadouvan: A French-Indian spice blend for curries.
Wattleseed: Used in Australian Aboriginal cuisine.
White Mustard Seeds: Used in pickles and condiments.
Wild Thyme: Common in Middle Eastern and North African cuisine.
Woodruff: Used in European desserts and liqueurs.
Yuzu Zest: Adds citrusy flavor to Japanese dishes.
Zedoary: Used in Asian and Middle Eastern cuisine.
Zest of Citrus Fruits: Adds aroma and flavour to dishes.
Achiote Paste: Used in Latin American cooking.
Annatto Seeds: Used for colouring and flavouring Latin dishes.
Cassava Flour: Common in African and South American
Please feel free to add new spices to the list in the comment section. Hope this list helps you. Happy Cooking!