Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Allspice ?
A dried, unripe berry from the Pimenta dioica tree, tasting like a blend of cloves, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
"The \"one-stop-shop\" spice that tricks your palate into tasting an entire blend, simplifying complex flavor profiles."
Quel goût a le/la/l'Allspice ?
Warm, aromatic, sweet, woody, hints of clove, cinnamon, nutmeg
- Taste
- Warm, Pungent, Sweet, Spicy (mild), Complex
- Texture
- Fine Powder (ground), Woody (whole)
- Aroma
- Aromatic, Cloves, Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Pepper
- Acidity
- Low
Technical Metrics
Antioxidant Capacity (ORAC Score)
17,900 µmol TE/100g
Global Production (Metric Tons/Year)
~4,000
Peak Harvest Season
July - September
Valeurs nutritionnelles
Per 2.3g (1 tsp)Le secret du chef
Toasting whole allspice berries lightly before grinding intensifies their aromatic compounds, releasing a deeper, more complex flavor profile into your dishes.
Substituts & Proportions pour Allspice
Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Allspice est Cinnamon, Clove, Nutmeg Mix, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1 (equal parts). Best substitute, replicates the combined flavor profile very closely.
| Substitut | Proportion | Idéal pour |
|---|---|---|
| Cinnamon, Clove, Nutmeg Mix Meilleur | 1:1 (equal parts) | Best substitute, replicates the combined flavor profile very closely. |
| Ground Cloves | 1:0.5 (use half) | Dominant flavor in allspice, but lacks complexity. Use less. |
| Pumpkin Pie Spice | 1:1 | Already a blend of similar spices, can work in sweet applications. |
| Garam Masala (small amount) | 1:0.5 (use half) | Offers warmth and complexity, but with different undertones (cardamom, cumin). |
Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Allspice
- Buy whole berries for maximum freshness and grind as needed.
- For ground, check for vibrant aroma.
Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Allspice ?
- Jerk chicken
- curries
- stews
- baked goods (pies
- cakes)
- mulled wine
- pickles.
Questions fréquentes
Quel goût a le Allspice ?
Warm, aromatic, sweet, woody, hints of clove, cinnamon, nutmeg Aromatic, Cloves, Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Pepper
Quel est un bon substitut pour Allspice ?
Le meilleur substitut est Cinnamon, Clove, Nutmeg Mix (1:1 (equal parts)). Best substitute, replicates the combined flavor profile very closely.
Comment choisir et conserver le Allspice ?
Buy whole berries for maximum freshness and grind as needed. For ground, check for vibrant aroma.