Tag: Indian

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Making Tamarind Paste

Unbeknownst to me, the tamarind is an somewhat popular ingredient in southern Indian cooking. My love affair with tamarind began the first time someone told me what was in phad thai sauce (which includes tamarind paste, fish sauce, sugar, garlic, and chilis.)  Upon hearing this, I just knew that I would always love tamarind because, […]

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Spice Week: Indian Spices

Due to my illness, I took the week off to recover and try to eat something other than dry pasta.  I’ve been partially successful. I did want to get back on track with my calendar so I’m using this week to talk about spices.  And why I am so excited about spices? That’s right you […]