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> Sqwertz wrote:
>> On Thu, 31 Jan 2008 12:26:31 -0600, Scott wrote:
>>
>> > ...on the timing or at what stage you should add
>> > your spices and herbs? For example with chili
>> > do you add the spices to the meat before adding
>> > the liquids or after?
>> >
>> It's best to add chile powders and seed spices (like
>> cumin) before you add liquids so the spices will have
>> a chance to fry in any oils in the pan. This releases
>> their flavor.
>>
> What Steve said. If you don't have good vent system,
> be a little careful at this stage as it can produce some
> powerful vapor if you're using hot chiles.

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