THE ULTIMATE CHEAT SHEET ON SEASONING

SPICE VARIETIES

At RUB MY MEAT SEASONINGS we produce a wide variety of

seasonings with fresh ground herbs and spices to elevate the

flavor and aroma of both the seasonings and the foods you prepare.

Coriander

Coriander seeds are the fruit of the coriander plant, and have a sweet, 

spicy flavor. They make up a large proportion of curry powders, and are 

used extensively in Arabic, Indian and African cuisine.

Chili Flakes

With the popularity of spicy foods, we have become very fond of chili – and 

chili flakes are an easy way to add flavor and heat to any dish. We use chili 

mainly in savory cooking, but you can add it to some puddings, such as 

ice cream and chocolate dishes. It’s also good in rubs and marinades, 

and for salsa, curries and Mexican dishes. You can even sprinkle it over 

pizzas for an extra kick.

Fennel Seed

Fennel belongs to the parsley family. The seeds have a slight aniseed 

taste, which is great with fish, figs and bread. Fennel is also a great flavor 

for pickling, and good with apples.

Mustard Seed

Yellow mustard seeds are good for marinades and rubs. Indian cooking 

uses whole brown or black seeds, which are smaller and quite hot.

Cinnamon

Ground cinnamon is strong and flavorsome, often used in Asian cooking, 

such as curries and rice dishes. It’s also used in teas and puddings, and 

can be delicious with vegetables and eggs.

Cumin

Cumin is the most popular spice after pepper. It’s best to buy whole seeds, 

and lightly toast and grind them when you need them. Use cumin sparingly, 

and note that it rarely works with fish, except for in fish dishes where a curry 

is needed.

Celery seeds

Best known for their use in Cajun and French cooking, these light brown 

seeds have a very strong taste, so treat them like concentrated celery. 

They’re the main ingredient in celery salt. Use celery seeds in vegetable 

dishes, pickles, chutneys and bread, or add them to soups, 

casseroles and fish dishes. Also, try them ground over a roast beef sandwich.

Paprika

Paprika is a mild chili powder. It has a rather sweet flavor, often smoked, 

and ranges from mild too hot in taste. Its color enhances the appearance 

of foods.

Caraway

Related to coriander and cumin, caraway seeds are highly aromatic, and 

have a distinctive aniseed flavor. Rye bread or soda bread wouldn’t be the 

same without caraway seeds, and you can use them in a variety of other recipes – 

from potato salads and coleslaw to tomato-based soups and sauces, or a pork roast.