Our Modern Guide to Spices
Spices provide aromatic warmth and vibrancy that can perk up even the simplest dish, from eggs to french fries to salads. But stocking a range of spices is only part of what will make you a better cook; you also need to understand how to eke out a spice’s most dynamic flavors.
BROADEN YOUR SPICE PANTRY WITH THESE 8 ADDITIONS
As supermarket options continue to expand, so, too, should your spice collection. Here are a handful of our current favorites and a few ideas for how to use them.
ALEPPO PEPPER
WHAT IT IS: Crushed dried red Halaby chiles from Syria and Turkey
PROFILE: Complex, raisiny sweetness; moderate, slow-to-build heat
HOW TO USE: Add to marinade for kebabs; braise with greens; sprinkle over avocado toast
