Five spices

Five Spices
Type	Spice Blend
Food energy; (per 1 teaspoon serving)	Approx. 6 kcal
	Cookbook: Five Spices; Media: Five Spices;

Five spices is a low carbohydrate / keto friendly food item.

Overview[edit | edit source]

Five Spices is a traditional Chinese spice blend that encompasses the five flavors - sweet, sour, bitter, pungent, and salty. It's extensively used in Asian cuisine to impart a complex flavor profile to dishes.

Ingredients[edit | edit source]

Preparation[edit | edit source]

1. Use equal parts of each spice for a balanced flavor. Adjust according to personal preference.
2. Toast the spices lightly in a pan over low heat until aromatic.
3. Grind in a spice grinder or mortar and pestle to a fine powder.
4. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.

Uses[edit | edit source]

As a rub for meats like duck, pork, and beef.
In marinades and braising liquids.
Flavoring for stir-fries.
Enhances the taste of rice and noodle dishes.

Nutritional Value[edit | edit source]

Five Spices is low in calories but rich in flavor. It has antioxidants due to the presence of spices like cloves and cinnamon.

Variations[edit | edit source]

Some variations might include ginger, nutmeg, cardamom, or even dried tangerine peel.

External Sources[edit | edit source]

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Type	Spice Blend
Food energy (per 1 teaspoon serving)	Approx. 6 kcal
Cookbook: Five Spices Media: Five Spices