Do you have a jar of vadouvan in the kitchen cupboard but aren't sure what to make with it? You are not alone. This aromatic spice mix is incredibly versatile and adds a lot of flavor to your dish with just a small amount.

In this article you'll discover 10 simple ways to use vadouvan, from creamy soups to roasted vegetables and flavorful marinades.

What is vadouvan?

Vadouvan is a mild, fragrant spice blend with French and Indian influences. The mix often contains spices such as cumin, coriander, mustard seed, turmeric and fenugreek, complemented by dried onion and garlic. This gives it a warm, slightly sweet and savory flavor.

If you're not yet familiar with this special blend, also read our extensive blog ‘What is vadouvan?’ for more background information.

1. Make a creamy zucchini soup

Vadouvan and zucchini make a surprisingly good combination. The vegetable's mild flavor gains extra depth from the warm spices.

Looking for inspiration? Try our recipe for zucchini soup with vadouvan

Vadouvan is a spice mix you might not know yet, but will reach for again and again after cooking with it once. The blend combines warm spices with the sweet taste of dried onion and garlic and is often described as a French interpretation of Indian curry.

Curious what vadouvan exactly is, how it tastes and what to use it for? In this guide we explain it and provide plenty of inspiration to get started with it at home.

What is vadouvan?

Vadouvan is a spice blend that originates from South India but later became popular in French cuisine. The mix developed in the former French colony Pondicherry, where local spices were combined with French cooking techniques and flavor preferences.

The result is a rich, fragrant blend that is less sharp than many curry mixes and is known for its gentle, full character.

Want to discover the taste yourself? Try the French Kiss Vadouvan spice mix from Natural Spices: https://www.naturalspices.nl/french-kiss-vadouvan.

Which spices are in vadouvan?

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