Topic: What can or cant you overdo or underdo?

[rasseru]

Just wondering, in your experience, what are the things that you can or cant overdo or underdo?


chilli is one you can overdo and its still ok

Is there any spices that are forgiving if you use a lot - or horrible if you go overboard? (and on the flipside of that - spices you have to include or it doesnt taste right?)

[Peripatetic Phil]

I would say that cumin is the most likely to contribute an unwanted flavour, which is one reason why I use kala jeera in pulao rice rather than ordinary; turmeric is disgusting if uncooked, but tones down very quickly when cooked properly; other than that "use in moderation" is almost certainly the key.  I find that the salt content needs to increase in proportion to the chilli.

** Phil.

[Edwin Catflap]

Garam masala can take over a dish if not used sparingly

Ed

[rasseru]

Garam masala can take over a dish if not used sparingly

Ed

When do you add garam masala, at the end or in the mix? I thought it was one that you should never burn