Hello. Jo sent me an email, I'll answer it here in case anyone else is interested.
Hello Ilona. I wonder if you could advise me on which spices you use to liven up your dishes. I don't like hot spices and have been experimenting with a little turmeric, it's supposed to be good for joint pain. I presume that you don't use salt? I use pepper as I've been told that it helps to make the turmeric work better. Do you combine herbs in your recipes too? Many thanks for your tips on healthy eating on a budget. I haven't eaten meat for many years.
Hello Jo, My knowledge of spices is very limited, there is no point in me keeping lots in the cupboards, they would never get used. I have no rules on which spices go with which foods, basically I mix them all up, use two or three in one meal. I don't add salt at all in my cooking, or on my food. I can buy these sauce mixes for 10 and 20p. I use them sparingly, adding a teaspoonful to soups and stews for a bit of flavour.
Thanks very much for popping in. It's been raining here, so I've been able to get on with the sewing.
We'll catch up soon. Toodle pip
Hello, Ilona. I know you don't add salt to your food but when you use granules or flavor cubes or yeast extract, it's in there nevertheless, right? In cubes, whether beef, chicken, veg, etc., and granules, salt is generally the second ingredient. For those watching their sodium, this is important label-reading. As always, stay well and happy, m'dear. Elaine near Philadelphia.
ReplyDeleteThere are many wonderful spices that can add a bit of flavor to foods without adding much salt. But have to admit, I can't eat an egg without some salt.
ReplyDeleteI have discovered Harrissa powder and add a bit to many things. I find it gives a spicy taste without to much heat. At the moment I add a teaspoon to a jar of h/m chutney to give it umpf but also add it to many other things. Cheers Su
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