Best 5 Quatre Epices Buttermilk Loaves Recipes

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Quatre épices buttermilk loaves, a delightful delicacy with a hint of history, offer a unique combination of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Originating in the realm of French cuisine, these loaves derive their name from the harmonious blend of four spices—pepper, cloves, nutmeg, and ginger—that lend a captivating aroma and a symphony of flavors. Buttermilk, the secret ingredient in this recipe, imparts a tender and moist crumb, making each bite an irresistible indulgence. Whether you are a seasoned baker seeking to expand your repertoire or a novice cook eager to impress your loved ones, this guide will lead you through the steps to create perfect quatre épices buttermilk loaves.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

QUATRE ÉPICES RECIPE



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This quatre épices recipe, featuring white pepper, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves, is very versatile and used in many French recipes. French four spices seasoning mixture.

Provided by Rebecca Franklin

Categories     Seasonings     Spice Mix

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 tablespoons pepper (ground, white)
1 tablespoon ginger (ground)
1 tablespoon nutmeg (ground)
1 tablespoon cloves (ground)

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Stir the spices together and store in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. This quatre épices recipe makes 5 tablespoons, or slightly less than 1/3 cup of the spice mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 6 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 1 mg, Sugar 0 g, Fat 0 g, ServingSize 5 tbsp. (20 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

QUATRE ÉPICES (FOUR SPICES)



Quatre Épices (Four Spices) image

Based on a recipe from Simply French, the cookbook where Patricia Wells presents the cuisine of Joël Robuchon. Per the introduction, "Quatre épices, literally 'four spices,' is a classic French mixture designed to season terrines of pork or duck liver. Use the best-quality spices you can find, and grind them yourself in a spice or coffee mill. I generally prepare only the amount I will need for each terrine."

Provided by mersaydees

Categories     European

Time 5m

Yield 1 teaspoon

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, freshly ground
1/4 teaspoon allspice, freshly ground
1/4 teaspoon clove, freshly ground
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, freshly ground

Steps:

  • In small bowl, combine all ingredients.
  • Mix thoroughly.
  • Use immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 7.7, Fat 0.4, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 2, Carbohydrate 1.4, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 0.2, Protein 0.1

QUATRE-ÉPICES



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Provided by John Martin Taylor

Categories     Low Sodium     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Spice

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons (1/8 cup) white peppercorns
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon (about 12) whole cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

  • Put all of the ingredients in a spice mill or blender and process until evenly ground. Store in a cool, dark, dry place.

QUATRE EPICES



Quatre Epices image

Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     condiments

Time 5m

Yield One-third of a cup

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 tablespoons ground cloves
2 tablespoons ground nutmeg
2 tablespoons ground black pepper
1 teaspoon cinnamon

Steps:

  • Combine in an airtight container. Store in a dry place.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 75, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 21 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 0 grams

QUATRE ÉPICES - FRENCH FOUR SPICE MIX FROM THE AUBERGE



Quatre Épices - French Four Spice Mix from the Auberge image

The literal translation of quatre épices is four spices; however, quatre épices rarely contains JUST four spices, but can have anything up to five or six spices in the mixture! This is my own version of quatre épices, a spice mixture that I find invaluable in the French kitchen, especially for charcuterie such as terrines, pates, sausages and rillettes. This spice mix is also that quintessential ingredient when added to deep, dark slow cooked beef and game dishes, especially when they contain wine. There is a school of thought that suggests the need for a "sweet" quatre épices spice mix as well a "savoury" quatre épices spice mix; I have never bothered to deviate from this basic recipe, which is equally delicious in savoury dishes (as mentioned above), and when used with moderation in sweet puddings, rich cakes and biscuits. My recipe contains five spices and will keep for a several weeks in an airtight tin or jar. This spice mix also makes a thoughtful gift for a foodie friend or host and hostess!

Provided by French Tart

Categories     Fruit

Time 5m

Yield 60-75 grammes

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon white peppercorns
1 small whole nutmeg
10 cloves
1 cinnamon stick, about 2-inch
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 tablespoon allspice berry, see below (optional)

Steps:

  • Put all of the ingredients in a spice mill or blender and process until evenly ground.
  • Store in a cool, dark, dry place.
  • Lasts for about 4 to 6 weeks without any loss of intensity of flavour.
  • NB: If you are REALLY concerned about using this mix in sweet cooking, the white peppercorns can be substituted for the same amount of allspice berries!

Tips:

  • Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting. This will help the batter mix together more smoothly.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the bread tough.
  • Let the dough rise in a warm place until it has doubled in size. This will ensure that the bread is light and fluffy.
  • Bake the bread in a preheated oven. This will help the bread to rise evenly.
  • Let the bread cool completely before slicing and serving. This will help the bread to hold its shape.

Conclusion:

Quatre épices buttermilk loaves are a delicious and easy-to-make bread. They are perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The bread is light and fluffy, with a slightly sweet flavor. The buttermilk adds a tangy flavor to the bread, and the quatre épices adds a warm and spicy flavor. These loaves are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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