Why do they call it seasoning?

Table of Contents:

1. Why do they call it seasoning?
2. Does seasoning just mean salt?
3. What are the types of seasoning?
4. What are the most popular spices in the world?

Why do they call it seasoning?

After being conquered by the Normans in 1066, the British called the new aging process “seasoning.” With the introduction of Middle Eastern spices from returning Crusaders in the thirteenth century, seasoning took on the meaning of anything that embellishes the taste of food.

Does seasoning just mean salt?

Some people use the word seasoning to just mean salt, some mean salt and pepper, and some mean "anything you want to use to bring the flavor to the desired point, including salt, pepper, lemon juice, spices, herbs, etc." If you are dealing with someone in person, it is best to ask.

What are the types of seasoning?

16 Spices and Seasonings You Should Have in Your Kitchen at All Times

• Kosher Salt. The king of all seasonings, salt is a necessary ingredient in just about every recipe. ...
• Black Peppercorns. ...
• Dried Oregano. ...
• Dried Rosemary. ...
• Cloves. ...
• Cumin.

What are the most popular spices in the world?

Chiles: Chiles are fruits whose seeds are protected by the pungent, burning chemical capsaicin. They're the most popular spice worldwide, with a consumption rate 20 times greater than that of the second most popular spice, black pepper. There are 25 species of Capsicum, of which only five have been domesticated.