Spices and Spice Blends

Organic Fair Trade Cayenne Powder. Capsicum annuum. Hot and flavorful. This flavorful yet hot chili is used in many of the world's cuisines and should not be overlooked for heat or taste. A perfect addition to spice blends that tout heat, though not overwhelming. Due to its active ingredient capsicum, this chili is a powerful anti inflammatory and can be found in over the counter pain patches for muscle aches and arthritis.

Organic. Powerful and intense, though not overwhelming, pleasant. Used on chicken, fish, beef, and seafood or any other food where you desire garlic.

Choose Granulated Garlic or Minced Garlic

A rainbow mix of Black, White, Pink and Green Peppercorns. This mix of peppercorns shine with the sharpness of the black pepper which is tamed by the delightful flavor notes of the fruity and tangy pink, the milder white and the eclectic taste of the green. 2 ounces

Rosemary Paprika Spice Blend. A warm and flavorful addition to your chicken, fish, and potato. Also great in soup! 

Blended with garlic, oregano, onion, red chili flakes, red bell pepper, lemon peel, paprika, rosemary, thyme and black pepper.

Turmeric Organic. While beautiful in color, this spice is subtle, warm, slightly bitter, woodsy, and similar to ginger. A necessary ingredient in curry powders, yellow coloring agent, mustard, and Indian cooking. The spice that gives Indian curry its color, is greatly used in Indian medicine. Lately, turmeric has been getting massive attention as an anti-inflammatory and a strong cancer fighter. The chemical responsible for turmeric’s golden color, called circumin, is considered a top anticancer agent, helping to quell the inflammation that contributes to tumor growth. Lab studies show turmeric helps stop the growth and spread of cancer cells that do form. Studies have linked turmeric to reduced inflammation in a number of conditions, including, psoriasis. In animal studies, circumin decreased the formation of amyloid, the stuff that makes up the brain deposits characteristic in people with Alzheimer’s disease. Turmeric is now prescribed by doctors to combat inflammation. Now that's what we call pulling double duty!

For a tasty twist:

• Sprinkle 1/2 tsp onto 2 cups of hot  white rice
• add cilantro and drained black beans
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil and combine
• salt to taste

Looking to combat inflammation the natural way? Try our best-selling Anti Inflammation Blend, loaded with a combination of 20 spices and herbs scientifically researched and known to fight inflammation. 

*****OCTOBER IS BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH*****

Turmeric as it relates to breast cancer

In India, breast, prostate, colon and lung cancers are 10 times lower than in the U.S. due in part to turmeric. This magic powder or what we like to refer to as "gold dust" is known as a powerful anticancer agent. Here are some interesting facts about turmeric:

100% Pure Turmeric

Inhibits the proliferation of tumor cells

Helps your body destroy mutated cancer cells to prevent spreading to other parts of the body

Decreases Inflammation

Enhances and detoxes the liver

Prevents the development of additional blood supply necessary for cancer cell growth

Inhibits the synthesis of a protein thought to be instrumental in tumor formation

FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. THIS INFORMATION IS NOT MEANT TO TREAT, CURE, DIAGNOSE OR PREVENT ANY DISEASE AND IS USED AS A COMPLIMENT TO YOUR CUISINE WHILE PROMOTING GOOD HEALTH FROM THE VITAMINS, MINERALS AND COMPOUNDS FOUND NATURALLY IN EVERYDAY COOKING SPICES.

YOU SHOULD ALWAYS CONSULT WITH YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE TAKING ANYTHING IN ADDITION TO YOUR DAILY PRESCRIBED MEDICATION. 

White Sesame Seeds. Nutty in flavor, this delicious seed is used in various dishes all over the world. Used in salads, tahini paste, Asian cooking or sautéed with both meat and vegetables. Outstanding when encrusted on beef, chicken and especially fish!  Refill bag - 3 ounces

Fun fact: Sesame seeds are thought to be the world’s oldest condiment, and have been an integral part of the cuisine of India, Egypt, and the Asian subcontinent for thousands of years.

Quick Recipes:

Tahini Paste - lightly toast 1 cup of sesame seeds (hulled or not hulled, which are more nutritious) over low heat for about 10 minutes. Be sure to stir the seeds so that they don't burn. Let the seeds cool completely and add them to a food processor with 2 tablespoons of olive oil to start. Pulse until a paste forms, making sure to scrape down the sides. Add more oil if needed to obtain the consistency that works for you.

Roasted Red Pepper Hummus - 3/4 cup roasted red bell peppers, 2 cans garbanzo beans /chickpeas drained and rinsed, 1/4 cup tahini paste (see recipe above) 2 1/2 tbs. olive oil, 1 1/2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice, 1/4 tsp. guajillo chili (pure), 1 1/2 tsp. minced garlic, 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika, pinch of cayenne pepper and 1/2 tsp. salt. Add all of the ingredients into a food processor and pulse until smooth. If the mixture is too thick add 1 tbs. water at a time until desired consistency is reached. Now taste the mixture and add more salt, cayenne, garlic or lemon juice to taste. Be sure to blend the added ingredients again to maintain a smooth texture. Enjoy with pita chips!