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What is soy sauce? Soy sauce is a brown, salty condiment typically served with Asian foods, like potstickers and sushi. This super flavorful, umami-packed liquid is made by fermenting soybeans and wheat along with salt...

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What is ginger paste? Ginger paste is a savory and slightly spicy paste made primarily from ginger and used as an ingredient in a variety of world cuisines. It's a convenient way to add ginger...

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What is hot sauce? Hot sauce is made from various types of peppers and was one of the first condiments used to help build flavor in recipes. Whether the base is a mild or hot...

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What is hoisin sauce? Hoisin sauce—also known as Chinese barbeque sauce— is a dark brown, thick, and glossy, aromatic sauce that has a sweet, salty, and tangy flavor. It is widely used in Cantonese cuisine...

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What is thyme? Thyme is an herb (dried aerial plant) whose leaves grow in a cluster of thin stems. Pronounced "time," this herb can be used for culinary, medicinal, and ornamental purposes. It can be...

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What is turmeric? Turmeric is a common spice used in Asian food to flavor (and color) foods. Turmeric has a warm, slightly bitter flavor that’s earthy and deep. It’s most often used in savory dishes,...

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What is sage? Sage is a fragrant herb, known for its strong, earthy aroma. This woody herb is a member of the mint family, like other herbs, including rosemary, thyme, oregano, and basil. Sage pops...

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What is rosemary? Rosemary or Rosmarinus officinalis is a popular herb used in various recipes, from stews and casseroles to roasts and salads. It is particularly favored in dishes that have duck, lamb, chicken, pork,...

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What is peppermint? Peppermint (Mentha x Piperita or Mentha balsamea wild) is one of 25 distinct varieties of the mint plant. A cross between spearmint and watermint, it may be used in: Cookies, cakes, and...