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Seasoning Chart
Add extra flavor to your cooking with herbs, spices and extracts. Mastering the use of seasonings is an important step in becoming a more creative cook.
The following chart is intended as an introduction to seasoning. The combinations are endless. For combination dishes such as casseroles, salads, stews, and soups, consult the chart for foods contained in the dish. See Seasoning with Herbs and Spices for more information.
Vegetables Meats and Fish Breads Desserts
| Food |
Seasoning |
Vegetables |
| Brussel sprouts |
Nutmeg |
| Carrots |
Cinnamon, ginger |
| Cauliflower |
Nutmeg |
| Green Beans |
Tarragon |
| Peas |
Marjoram, Mint |
| Potatoes |
Chives, dill, parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme |
| Sweet potatoes |
Allspice |
| Tomatoes |
Basil, sage |
Meats and Fish |
| Beef |
Chili powder, ginger, horseradish, nutmeg, paprika |
| Egg |
Cayenne, chives, coriander, mustard, nutmeg |
| Fish |
Chervil, chives, marjoram, mint, rosemary, sage, tarragon, thyme |
| Ham |
Allspice, clove |
| Lamb |
Dill, mint, rosemary, tarragon |
| Poultry |
Curry powder, ginger, marjoram, sage, sesame seeds, thyme |
| Pork |
Mustard, oregano, rosemary |
| Veal |
Mace, tarragon |
Breads |
| Sweet |
Allspice, anise, cinnamon, clove, nutmeg |
| Nonsweet |
Dill, oregano, parsley, sage, sesame seeds, thyme |
Desserts |
| Cake |
Anise, clove, ginger, mace, vanilla, orange, peppermint |
| Chocolate |
Cinnamon, peppermint extract |
| Cookies |
Anise, clove, ginger, mace, mustard, lemon, cardamom |
| Fruit |
Allspice, cardamom, cinnamon, ginger, vanilla |
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