Seasoning food is all about finding the right balance of flavor, and there are four basic elements of seasoning that you can use to achieve this. Salty, spicy, sweet, and sour, there are 2 more elements umami and fat which are sometimes overlooked and sometimes not considered when flavoring food. Salty flavors can come from capers, olives, and the most obvious salt. Spicy flavors are from curry powder and leaves, Sichuan pepper, and of course chilies. Sweet comes from honey, maple syrup, and the most common sugar. Sour flavors can be introduced into food with ingredients like citrus, lemons, limes, also vinegar, rhubarb, and tamarind. Umami that inherent savoriness in food which can be achieved with soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and anchovies. Finally, fat is also a great way to season food, as it adds richness and depth of flavor. Seasoning your food properly is all about finding the right balance of these four elements, so experiment until you find what works best for you!