I am frequently asked if there are certain spices that I recommend for different types of food. The following is a list of herbs and spices that are listed by food groups and types – as always feel free to experiment!
CHEF MICHAEL RECOMMENDS
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FOOD TYPES |
RECOMMENDED SPICES |
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Beans |
cumin, cayenne, chili, parsley, pepper, sage, thyme |
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Beef |
basil, bay, chile, cilantro, curry, cumin, garlic, marjoram, mustard, oregano, parsley, pepper, rosemary, sage, thyme |
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Bread |
anise, basil, caraway, cardamom, cinnamon, coriander, cumin, dill, garlic, lemon peel, orange peel, oregano, poppy seeds, rosemary, saffron, sage, thyme |
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Cheese |
basil, caraway, celery seed, chile, chives, coriander, cumin, dill, garlic, lemon peel, marjoram, mint, mustard, nutmeg, paprika, parsley, pepper, sage, tarragon, thyme |
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Corn |
chile, curry, dill, marjoram, parsley, thyme |
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Eggs |
basil, chile, chives, curry, dill, fennel, ginger, lemon peel, marjoram, oregano, paprika, parsley, pepper, sage, tarragon, thyme |
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Fish |
anise, basil, bay, cayenne, celery seed, chives, curry, dill, fennel, garlic, ginger, lemon peel, marjoram, mustard, oregano, parsley, rosemary, thyme, saffron, sage, tarragon |
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Fruits |
allspice, anise, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, coriander, ginger, mint |
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Lamb |
basil, bay, cinnamon, coriander, cumin, curry, dill, garlic, marjoram, mint, mustard, oregano, parsley, rosemary, tarragon, thyme |
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Potatoes |
basil, caraway, celery seed, chives, coriander, dill, marjoram, oregano, paprika, parsley, poppy seed, rosemary, tarragon, thyme |
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Poultry |
allspice, basil, bay, cinnamon, curry, dill, fennel, garlic, ginger, lemongrass, mustard, paprika, rosemary, saffron, sage, tarragon, thyme |
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Salad Dressings |
basil, celery seed, chives, dill, fennel, garlic, marjoram, mustard, oregano, paprika, parsley, pepper, rosemary, saffron, tarragon, thyme |
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Soups |
basil, bay, chile, chives, cumin, dill, fennel, garlic, marjoram, parsley, pepper, rosemary, sage, thyme |
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Sweets |
allspice, anise, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, fennel, ginger, lemon peel, mace, mint, nutmeg, orange peel, rosemary |
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Tomatoes |
basil, bay, celery seed, chili, curry, dill, fennel, garlic, ginger, gumbo file, lemongrass, marjoram, oregano, parsley, rosemary, tarragon, thyme |
USEFUL TIPS
NOTE: This is only a quick guide. I will be posting a more thorough guide soon.
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Description:
This is my recipe for fall off the bone rips. It is a fairly easy recipe it just takes time to cook.
Ingredients:
Spare Ribs, Barbeque Sauce
Description:
This is my version of Chicken Piccata. it is easy to make and goes great with almost any pasta.
Ingredients:
Boneless and Skinless Chicken Breast halves., Garlic Powder, Black Pepper, Italian Seasoning Mix, Garlic Minced (Equals approx. 2 tablespoons.), Onions Minced (Approximately size of large egg.), Lemon Juice, Olive Oil, White Wine, Chicken Broth, Artichoke Hearts (14 oz. Can), Butter (Unsalted), Capers (With liquid)
Description:
This is my version of Shrimp Scampi.
Ingredients:
Shrimp (Medium 41-50 ct), Garlic (Minced), Black Pepper, Crushed Red Pepper, Fresh Basil (Chopped), White Wine, Butter, Olive Oil, Cornstarch or Flour (Chef's choice)
Description:
I came up with this recipe on the spur of the moment. Needless to say they are delicious.
Ingredients:
White Mushrooms (6-8 per 10 oz. package), Broccoli (With Stems), Feta Cheese, Bread Crumbs (Italian Seasoned), Bacon
