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Building a Global Pantry on a Budget

You don't need a thousand ingredients to cook globally. These 15 essential spices, sauces, and grains unlock the cuisines of Italy, Thailand, Mexico, and more.

Building a Global Pantry on a Budget

The Strategy

Instead of buying single-use ingredients, focusing on high-impact flavor bombs that cross cuisines.

The Essentials

  1. Soy Sauce: Essential for Asian cuisine, but adds depth to savory stews.
  2. Cumin: Used in Mexican, Indian, and Middle Eastern dishes.
  3. Canned Tomatoes: The base for pasta sauces, curries, and chilis.
  4. Rice Vinegar: Adds brightness to salads and stir-frys.

Start small and build your collection around what you actually cook.

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