
22: Cumin & Coriander: A Spice Odyssey Across Cultures
06/13/24 • 16 min
Get ready for a spice-filled adventure as we traverse the culinary landscapes of Mexico, India, and the Middle East in this episode dedicated to the versatile spice, cumin!
From its journey to America to its starring role in beloved dishes like tacos and curries, discover the rich history and vibrant flavors of cumin.
Whether you're a seasoned spice enthusiast or a newcomer to its aromatic charms, join us as we explore the diverse cuisines that celebrate the magic of cumin.
Resources & Links Mentioned in Episode:
- Chelsea Market NYC
- Cumin seeds
- Ground cumin
- Mortar and pestle
- Spice/coffee grinder
- Taco seasoning
- Restaurant-style guacamole
- Molcajete
- The Best Black Bean Soup recipe - the one Lisa makes regularly
- Turkey three-bean chili
- 660 Curries by Raghavan Iyer
- Indian Cooking Unfolded: A Master Class in Indian Cooking, Featuring 100 Easy Recipes Using 10 Ingredients or Less by Raghavan Iyer
- Favorite cumin recipes
- Coriander seeds
- Ground coriander
See show notes for this episode at www.passingtheplate.org/22
Thanks for tuning in to the Passing the Plate podcast! Ready to dig deeper into your kitchen adventures? Make sure to visit:
- Check out the Passing the Plate website.
- Check out our webinar and ebook on our Resource page.
- Ashley at Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen: Get inspired by delicious recipes and start cooking delicious food at home no matter your skill level.
- Lisa at Are You My Cousin?: Learn how to find your ancestors, grow your family tree and uncover fascinating family histories and stories that connect us through food.
Stay hungry for knowledge, keep the stories simmering, and join us again for our next delicious episode!
Get ready for a spice-filled adventure as we traverse the culinary landscapes of Mexico, India, and the Middle East in this episode dedicated to the versatile spice, cumin!
From its journey to America to its starring role in beloved dishes like tacos and curries, discover the rich history and vibrant flavors of cumin.
Whether you're a seasoned spice enthusiast or a newcomer to its aromatic charms, join us as we explore the diverse cuisines that celebrate the magic of cumin.
Resources & Links Mentioned in Episode:
- Chelsea Market NYC
- Cumin seeds
- Ground cumin
- Mortar and pestle
- Spice/coffee grinder
- Taco seasoning
- Restaurant-style guacamole
- Molcajete
- The Best Black Bean Soup recipe - the one Lisa makes regularly
- Turkey three-bean chili
- 660 Curries by Raghavan Iyer
- Indian Cooking Unfolded: A Master Class in Indian Cooking, Featuring 100 Easy Recipes Using 10 Ingredients or Less by Raghavan Iyer
- Favorite cumin recipes
- Coriander seeds
- Ground coriander
See show notes for this episode at www.passingtheplate.org/22
Thanks for tuning in to the Passing the Plate podcast! Ready to dig deeper into your kitchen adventures? Make sure to visit:
- Check out the Passing the Plate website.
- Check out our webinar and ebook on our Resource page.
- Ashley at Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen: Get inspired by delicious recipes and start cooking delicious food at home no matter your skill level.
- Lisa at Are You My Cousin?: Learn how to find your ancestors, grow your family tree and uncover fascinating family histories and stories that connect us through food.
Stay hungry for knowledge, keep the stories simmering, and join us again for our next delicious episode!
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21: Secret Sauce: The Quest for Memories
Join us for an episode filled with twists and turns as we explore the world of side quests in research and discovery!
From genealogy puzzles to culinary mysteries, discover how following unexpected leads can lead to surprising revelations.
Whether it's stumbling upon historical tidbits while researching weddings or uncovering hidden clues in recipe hunts, get ready to embark on a journey of exploration and discovery with us.
Resources:
- Mennonite Girls Can Cook
- Chicken Mennonite recipe from Whiterock Homestead
- How To Pull the Stories From Your Ancestors
- Use Social History in Genealogy Research – Telling Your Ancestors’ Stories
- The Secret to Jumpstarting Your Genealogy Research! | Why Your Research is Stalled
See show notes for this episode at www.passingtheplate.org/21
Thanks for tuning in to the Passing the Plate podcast! Ready to dig deeper into your kitchen adventures? Make sure to visit:
- Check out the Passing the Plate website.
- Check out our webinar and ebook on our Resource page.
- Ashley at Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen: Get inspired by delicious recipes and start cooking delicious food at home no matter your skill level.
- Lisa at Are You My Cousin?: Learn how to find your ancestors, grow your family tree and uncover fascinating family histories and stories that connect us through food.
Stay hungry for knowledge, keep the stories simmering, and join us again for our next delicious episode!
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23: Baking Up Memories with Grandma
Get ready to savor the flavors of nostalgia as we bake up memories in grandma's kitchen in this episode!
From secret recipes to shared stories, join us as we celebrate the timeless tradition of baking with grandma and the lessons learned along the way.
And with cleaning up as a valuable part of the cooking process, discover how every moment spent together was a recipe for love and laughter that continues to inspire us today.
Resources and links mentioned in this episode:
- Butter mint molds
- Chocolate dipping tool set
- Dutch apple pie
- Mini pie tins
- Easy bake oven
- The Big Genie List
- Ashley’s grandma’s Christmas cookies
- Holiday sprinkle assortment
- Gel icing
- Submit stories about baking with your grandma here
See show notes for this episode at www.passingtheplate.org/23
Thanks for tuning in to the Passing the Plate podcast! Ready to dig deeper into your kitchen adventures? Make sure to visit:
- Check out the Passing the Plate website.
- Check out our webinar and ebook on our Resource page.
- Ashley at Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen: Get inspired by delicious recipes and start cooking delicious food at home no matter your skill level.
- Lisa at Are You My Cousin?: Learn how to find your ancestors, grow your family tree and uncover fascinating family histories and stories that connect us through food.
Stay hungry for knowledge, keep the stories simmering, and join us again for our next delicious episode!
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