If you didn’t know that cilantro and coriander are from the same plant, it’s okay – we only found out recently, too, and it blew our minds a bit! There aren’t many plants that can be used as an herb AND a spice, which makes the coriander plant pretty unique. Cilantro and coriander both come from the Coriandrum sativum plant (the coriander plant). The leaves of the coriander plant are used as the herb cilantro, while its [...]
Is Coconut Milk Vegan?
Some foods are easy to tell if they’re vegan or not (like a juicy steak!), while others might leave you questioning. Coconut milk has the word milk in it, so does that mean it’s vegan, or not? Even though the name contains the word milk, coconut milk is vegan-friendly! Coconut milk is a plant-based milk alternative that is often fortified to contain important nutrients vegans need (that are commonly found in non-vegan [...]
What Are the Most Popular Herbs in Mexican Food?
Taco Tuesday became a thing for a reason – many people are fans of Mexican food! What makes Mexican food taste so good? Many factors come into play, like the type of meat, salsa, freshly warmed tortillas…and also the herbs and spices used. Some of the most popular herbs and spices in Mexican food include: What flavors do each of these herbs and spices bring to the table in Mexican food? We’ll explain each herb and [...]
What are the Best Vegan Flours?
A vegan diet comes with several potential health benefits, but it can also take some planning to ensure you’re getting enough nutrients that are commonly found in animal-based products. While almost all types of flour are considered vegan-friendly, some of the best flours that provide important nutrients for vegans are: If you’re curious why some of these made our list, then read on for the explanations and nutritional [...]
Which Herbs and Spices Are Paleo?
A Paleo diet, also called the “caveman diet” aims to include only foods that could be eaten by hunters and gatherers millions of years ago. That means no added sugar, no dairy, and many other foods that are prevalent in a typical Western diet. Does that mean you have to avoid any herbs and spices, too? All plain herbs and spices ARE Paleo-friendly, but certain seasonings can contain hidden ingredients that aren’t Paleo. [...]
Which Herbs and Spices Are Gluten-Free?
A gluten-free diet has become a popular diet over recent years. Whether you follow a gluten-free diet out of necessity for conditions like Celiac disease or just out of personal preference, knowing which foods and ingredients contain gluten is a necessity. All plain herbs and spices are gluten-free. There is a chance for added gluten in seasoning blends (a mixture of herbs, spices, and occasionally other ingredients like [...]
