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What are the differences between spice paste and spice powder? Which should be preferred over the other for what reasons?
Assuming both are freshly available, are there reasons why one should prefer paste over powder or vice versa?
Example: I have seen both Garlic powder and Garlic paste available in the market.
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What are the types and pros/cons of electric and manual spice and nut grinders available? What qualities should be looked for while purchasing them?
Example spices/nuts that I'll be grinding:
* Cumin seeds
* Mustard seeds
* Peanuts
* Black pepper corns
* Garlic buds and ginger
* Cloves
Questions:
Which kind of grinders allow water in them for ...
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Which other spices besides cloves will react with plastic?
I am reading that cloves can cloud the plastic in my grinder at Cooking for engineers
Does this happen with any other spices?
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What is the way to make a powder of red chilies?
I purchase green chilies and in some days many of them turn red.
Can I use my mixer-grinder to grind them into a powder, or is there some other way? Do I have to roast the peppers before grinding? ...
