Quatre Epices Four Spices Gascon
Transform your culinary creations with the bold and versatile flavors of Quatre Epices Four Spices Gascon! This classic French spice blend, rooted in Gascony cuisine, combines finely ground white peppercorns, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves for a warm, aromatic medley of flavors. Ready in just 10 minutes, this fragrant seasoning is a pantry essential for enhancing everything from hearty stews and succulent meats to savory sausages and authentic pâtés. Stored in an airtight container, it remains fresh for up to three months, making it an ideal addition to your spice collection. Perfect for home cooks and food lovers seeking to elevate their dishes with the timeless elegance of French gastronomy, Quatre Epices is the secret to unlocking depth and complexity in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons White peppercorns
- 1.5 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 1.5 teaspoons Ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon Ground cloves
Instructions
Gather all ingredients for the spice blend: white peppercorns, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, and ground cloves.
Using a spice grinder or a mortar and pestle, grind the white peppercorns until they are finely ground.
In a small bowl, mix the ground white pepper, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, and ground cloves until the spices are evenly combined.
Transfer the Quatre Epices blend to an airtight jar or container for storage. It is best used within 3 months for optimal freshness.
Use the spice blend as a seasoning for meats, stews, sausages, or pâtés to bring a rich and aromatic flavor to your dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
74 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.9 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 14 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.2 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 1.9 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 59 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 216 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
