Here’s some things to have on your kitchen shelves.
Spices
Cinnamon, ground
Cinnamon sticks
Ground ginger
Nutmeg
Cloves
Cumin
Cardamom
Turmeric
Saffron
Basil
Oregano
Tarragon
Marjoram
Celery seeds
Garlic powder
Onion Powder
Star anise
Szechuan pepper corns
Smoked paprika (no heat)
Regular paprika (no heat)
Urfa chilies
Aleppo pepper
Korean chili peppers
Harissa
Nigella seeds
Annatto seeds
Sesame seeds, white and black
Kosher salt – I use Diamond
Fleur de sel
Black pepper corns
Szechuan pepper corns
White pepper – ground
Sumac
Oils, vinegars and condiments
Olive oil, extra virgin
Canola or vegetable oil
White vinegar
Champagne vinegar
Sherry vinegar
Balsamic vinegar
Rice wine vinegar
Red vinegar
Cider vinegar
Worcestershire sauce
Capers
Black garlic
Anchovies
Dijon mustard
French’s mustard
Molasses
Maple syrup
Pomegranate molasses
Preserved lemons
Staples
Rice, white long grain, basmati white, arboria, valencia rice, etc.
Pasta, various
Panko bread crumbs
Regular bread crumbs – make your own if possible