QUATRE ÉPICES - FRENCH FOUR SPICE MIX FROM THE AUBERGE
The literal translation of quatre épices is four spices; however, quatre épices rarely contains JUST four spices, but can have anything up to five or six spices in the mixture! This is my own version of quatre épices, a spice mixture that I find invaluable in the French kitchen, especially for charcuterie such as terrines, pates, sausages and rillettes. This spice mix is also that quintessential ingredient when added to deep, dark slow cooked beef and game dishes, especially when they contain wine. There is a school of thought that suggests the need for a "sweet" quatre épices spice mix as well a "savoury" quatre épices spice mix; I have never bothered to deviate from this basic recipe, which is equally delicious in savoury dishes (as mentioned above), and when used with moderation in sweet puddings, rich cakes and biscuits. My recipe contains five spices and will keep for a several weeks in an airtight tin or jar. This spice mix also makes a thoughtful gift for a foodie friend or host and hostess!
Provided by French Tart
Categories Fruit
Time 5m
Yield 60-75 grammes
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Put all of the ingredients in a spice mill or blender and process until evenly ground.
- Store in a cool, dark, dry place.
- Lasts for about 4 to 6 weeks without any loss of intensity of flavour.
- NB: If you are REALLY concerned about using this mix in sweet cooking, the white peppercorns can be substituted for the same amount of allspice berries!
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Donovan Duhaney
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the results are always delicious.
Bk Sk
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so versatile. I've used it to make chicken, pork, and even fish.
Abo Sameer
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a crowd. It's easy to scale up and it's always a hit.
Irene Nomagazi
[email protected]I've made this dish several times and it always turns out perfectly.
MOHAMMAD AL ALI
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a beginner cook. It's easy to follow and the results are always delicious.
Anthony Harold
[email protected]I love the spice mix in this recipe. It's so unique and flavorful.
BROS ID
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a healthy meal. It's low in fat and calories, but it's still full of flavor.
Khan Ameer
[email protected]I made this dish for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
Sada Saoda
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's easy to make, but it looks and tastes like it came from a restaurant.
Nyalalani Salani
[email protected]I love this recipe! The spice mix is so flavorful and the chicken is always so tender.
Golam Rosul Rana
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the results are always delicious.
Jason Vasuez
[email protected]I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family! The spice mix was perfect and the chicken was so tender and juicy.
Hahirwa Lisa
[email protected]This is a great recipe! I've made it several times and it always turns out perfectly. The spice mix is really flavorful and gives the dish a lovely depth of flavor.