We have a new Indian market in town (hurray!) that has an amazing array of familiar and unfamiliar foods. I have cooked and enjoyed Indian foods, but have had problems getting the necesary ingredients. I have now hauled out some neglected cookbooks and am like a pig in ****. Today I went in to resupply some of my spices and herbs--they have an atonishing array that includes non-traditional Indian offerings--but could not find sage. I asked, and was directed to a substitute, Ajwan seed. The flavor is similar in some ways to sage, but it is much more full-flavored with a bit more spiciness. Does anyone have experience with this? I was reluctant substituting a seed for a leaf, but it was delicious on chicken legs accompanied by garlic, salt, and pepper.
BTW, the proprietor told me that tomorrow is his culture's equivalent to Christmas, and the day after is New Year's Day. If this is true for you, then I wish you joy in the holidays!
BTW, the proprietor told me that tomorrow is his culture's equivalent to Christmas, and the day after is New Year's Day. If this is true for you, then I wish you joy in the holidays!