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Just learned the hard way about pre-made vs. fresh spice blends for my go-to stir fry.
Used a jarred 'Asian blend' from the pantry last night and the whole dish tasted flat and salty compared to when I mix my own garlic powder, ginger, and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Has anyone else found a simple homemade mix that works better?
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mary_schmidt13d ago
Watched my neighbor make that exact mistake with a store-bought taco seasoning. His whole family complained the meat tasted like salty cardboard. He switched to just chili powder, cumin, and a little oregano from his cupboard, and now he won't go back. Those pre-mixed jars always seem to load up on salt and leave the actual flavor behind.
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jade_miller6213d agoTop Commenter
But what about people who just need a quick dinner after work? The pre-mixed stuff is fine in a pinch and saves you from measuring five different spices.
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