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Recipe : ** French 4 Spice Blend

French 4 Spice Blend
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Course:
Condiment

Practical information

  • Ready in
    5 min
  • Difficulty
    Very easy
  • Price
    Very friendly budget
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The standard French "Quatre épices" (Four Spices) blend is based on pepper. It is commonly used in "charcuterie" (cold cooked meat) and in dishes that need long simmering, such as stews./ Sometimes cinnamon or allspice is used in the blend.
 

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Recipe's Ingredients

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  • 5 teaspoons black peppercorns
  • 2 teaspoons grated nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon cloves
  • 1 teaspoon dried ginger

  • Recipe preparation steps

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    The standard French "four-spice" blend is based on pepper.
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    It is commonly used in charcuterie and in dishes that need long simmering, such as stews.
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    Sometimes cinnamon or allspice is used in the blend.
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    Grind all the ingredients to a fine powder.
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    In an airtight container, the mixture will keep for 3-4 months.
  • Ready !