There are so many different spices to use in cooking, it can be hard to know which ones work best with which cuisine. Spices play a large role in the flavor of dishes, and recipes from different regions all use spices in different combinations to make their signature flavor.

This guide will help you learn more about different spices, how they’re used, and hopefully help clear up confusion about some of the different spices you’ll run across in recipes.
What’s the Difference Between…
- Caraway and cumin?
- Rosemary and lavender?
- Cumin and paprika?
- Culantro and cilantro?
- Ground ginger and ginger root?