For a long time, professional chefs have been using various spices, which not only give a refined taste to the finished dish, but also have a beneficial effect on the body.
It is difficult to imagine meat without spices, and why do we have to? A properly selected bouquet of aromas for different meats does not only change the taste in a positive way. However, it is best to approach the selection more carefully so that each meat dish acquires its own unique aroma and taste.
While one person likes a lot of sweet spices, another prefers stronger ones, and another uses more spicy-sour ones.
Did you know that there are certain rules for combining spices in cooking?
The most suitable spices for meat
Paprika, black pepper, white pepper, cloves, oregano, thyme, cumin, turmeric, oregano, mustard, all kinds of peppers, onions, garlic.
Pork Seasonings
Pork likes coriander and rosemary, nutmeg, hops-suneli. You can safely add paprika, basil, oregano, turmeric, and dried garlic to stewed pork.
Beef Seasonings
Parsley, basil, thyme, ginger are ideal spices for beef.
If you want to give beef steaks and roast beef a pleasant aftertaste, it is recommended to put a sprig of fresh thyme or oregano on the finished piece.
Poultry Seasonings
Thyme, oregano, rosemary or curry will be suitable for different types of poultry meat for a better taste. Orange juice can make a nice flavor and aroma in the chicken marinade during subsequent roasting.
Seasonings for rabbit meat
Tender rabbit meat is not pretentious and can be combined with any spices. You can add only a bay leaf, black pepper and salt to it and you will already have a successful dish. And if you add lemon juice, basil, rosemary and parsley, you will create an amazing feeling among guests and loved ones.
Flavoring additives (salt, sugar, various types of spices) are called that because they are added to taste. Taste is the result of upbringing, traditions, cuisine, habits of different peoples and customs.
In every kitchen today you can find a large amount of a wide variety of spices.
When choosing meat seasonings, you can focus on your taste, it's just important to remember that they are designed to enhance the flavor of the meat, not ruin it.
The main rule with spices is not to overdo it with quantity and types! If you add more than 5 spices to the dish, you will not let any of them enhance the flavor and appearance of the dish.
