19 herbs, spices, sweeteners, and acids that make your food last longer
19 herbs, spices, sweeteners, and acids that make your food last longer
In every pantry in the world, a spice cabinet is found. Inside, there will be the standard basil, oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, among many others. Spices allow folks to flavor their food in the way they like. They add so much complexity and nuance to a dish that would otherwise f...
cross-posted from: https://slrpnk.net/post/6224624
If you incorporate these ingredients in your cooking, your left-overs will last longer:
- honey
- salt
- garlic
- sugar (only in high amounts according to feedback; small amounts shortens the life)
- ginger
- sage
- rosemary
- mustard
- cumin
From other articles:
- black pepper
- mustard seed
- turmeric
- cinnamon
- cardamom
- cloves
Acids mentioned by others:
- vinegar
- citric acid
- lemon/lime juice
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Is honey considered a spice?
i just edited the title.
You're missing vinegar! I just made some cashew 'cheese' and a splash of vinegar keeps it fresh for twice as long.
ok, updated. It’s getting more complicated