Spices, Herbs & Baking

Chinese Five Spice. Aromatic, flavorful with notes of licorice. The aroma of this spice dominates Chinese markets and is liberally strewn onto roast meats, chicken, pork, duck and yes, spareribs!

 Blended with black peppercorns, cinnamon, star anise, fennel, and cloves. 

 

 

Ethiopian Berbere Spice. Perhaps one of the more complex African blends that often bewilders Westerners with both the pronunciation and then with it's flavor, which continues to do a number on the tongue even after the initial jolt of heat. This blend of spices is used to make delicious soups, stocks and stews. Fantastic in butternut squash soup!

Refill bag

Blended with chilies, cardamon, cumin, coriander, fenugreek, cloves, allspice, black peppercorn, Ajwain seeds, ginger, nutmeg, and salt.

Southern Spice Chicken Blend. Aromatic, savory, bold, complex with a hint of sweetness. Oooooh Weee! This is a blend for when you want that home made, finger licking deliciousness. This bold and savory blend has a hint of sweetness that will have you and your family drooling when the fantastic aroma that fills the air slowly makes its way to their noses, whether you grill it, fry it, bake it or pan-sear it!

Blended with bouillon, Garlic, onion, thyme, cayenne, cinnamon, paprika and spices. It's darn good, and it's not even 11 spices.

For a quick and delicious recipe, click here http://www.lovethatspice.com/blogs/recipe-catalog/14654437-linguine-pasta-with-pan-seared-chicken

Moroccan flavors, aromatic, bold, complex, with a touch of sweet, slight heat, and hints of citrus. This amazing African blend is used as both a condiment when oil is added and in its dry state. Fantastic on lamb chops, pork chops, chicken and fish and is especially amazing in butternut squash soup!

Blended with Hungarian paprika, sea salt, coriander, caraway, garlic flakes, cassia cinnamon, pequin chiles, cumin and spices.

Quick marinade: make a marinade by adding 3 tablespoons of this blend, juice of 1 lemon, 1 serrano chili diced with seeds, 1/4 cup soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of olive oil, mix together. Marinade the meat of your choice for 1 hour or overnight.

Great on the grill or pan-seared!

Sweet, aromatic, yet hearty. The roasting of the seeds in this simple yet flavorful spice blend gives your taste buds a dose of sweet and roasted like taste. It goes great in slow cooked vegetarian dishes and simple curry like dishes and does well with pan seared chicken or pork.

Blended with cassia cinnamon, cardamom seeds, and cumin. 

Bold, complex, and savory with a slight kick of sweet heat. Works well braised meat or in a stew. 2 ounces

Blended with fenugreek, turmeric, basil, winter savory, cloves, paprika, and spices. 

Louisiana Creole Spice. This blend is a bold slap to your taste buds Louisiana style. With garlic, onion, black pepper, paprika, salt, cayenne pepper and spices. You will enjoy this blend in rice, meats, stews or pan searing chicken, pork, shrimp or fish. In your face flavor!

Quick fix? Grab a catfish fillet rub with olive oil and generously rub this blend all over and pan sear over high heat for 4 minutes. Flip the fish over, turn down the heat to medium low,  squeeze the juice of 1 lemon directly into skillet and spoon over the fish until it is done cooking about 4 minutes.

Super Bowl Recipe? Grab a pound of chicken wings (discard the tips) toss in a bowl and rub with olive oil, then generously shake on this blend. Roll up your sleeves and mix the wings until they are generously coated. Toss in the oven for 45 minutes at 375 degrees. While you wait make the brushing sauce by combining 1/2 tablespoon of the blend, juice of 2 lemons and a teaspoon of olive oil, stir together. After 45 minutes, brush the wings with sauce and flip over put back in the oven for an additional 30 minutes at 415 degrees. Take the wings out of the oven and generously brush with the sauce and put back in the oven for 15 minutes. Remove from oven and toss with the rest of the sauce. Serve with a side of lemon and an ice cold beer!

 

Madras Curry Moong Dal Lentils are the same as mature mung beans, and are similar in size and texture to lentils. Moong dal, like other legumes are a great source of non-animal protein as well as a fantastic source of dietary fiber and nutrients. Naturally low in fat and high in protein, keep your Moong dal dish healthy by pairing it with low-fat foods, such as vegetables, using a minimal amount of added fat. We have added our Madras Curry Spice Blend, an aromatic blend of Indian spices to the Moong Dal, making this a complete, bold and delicious meal! For the health conscious and the foodie alike! 

8 ounce bag plus spices. SALT FREE

To prepare Madras Curry Moong Dal Lentils:

Boil 2.5 cups of water, add contents of bag, 1 1/2 tbsp. of olive oil and simmer 15 minutes. Add 1 cup of fresh spinach and turn off flame. Salt to taste. Add a bit more water for soup.

1 cup of Moong Dal is equal to:

147 calories

0.77 grams of fat

14 grams of non-animal protein

15.5 grams of dietary fiber (makes you feel fuller)

Essential vitamins and minerals: rich in potassium, calcium, folate and other members of the vitamin B complex. Folic acid also helps with healthy brain function and the reproduction of DNA. It is also important in maintaining good mental and emotional health. Moong dal also contains vitamin E, C and K.

 

Organic Madras Curry Powder. Bold, aromatic, slightly spicy, savory, and complex. Hand blended in small batches for optimal flavor and aroma. From the southern regions of India, comes this classic curry powder. Delicious and perfect on chicken, pork, fish, lamb, or even sprinkled on shrimp! Refillable Bag 2 ounces.

For a treat, sprinkle 3/4 tablespoons of this blend to 1 1/2 cups of cooked rice, 1/2 cup of steamed peas or corn and 2 tbsp of melted butter (or to taste) - simply delicious!

Blended with red chili flakes, turmeric, cardamom, fenugreek, cumin, ginger, cassia cinnamon, brown mustard seeds, and spices.

Take a trip to the Mediterranean! This mild and pleasant blend is very tasty with subtle hints of mint. Great on meat, salads, soups, and vegetables. 2 ounces

Blended with oregano, basil, thyme, marjoram, sage, parsley, rosemary, dill weed, and savory.

Piri Piri Spice. Bold and very spicy, with a slight touch of both lemon and sweet. This very spicy blend is used widely in stews for African cooking where slow and low heat is cherished. Be sure to taste your food each time you use this blend as it packs a powerful punch. It can also be used as a condiment along the line of tabasco.

Blended with Hungarian paprika, black peppercorns, Pequin chiles, and spices. 

Ras el Hanout. This exotic Moroccan spice blend contains up to 25 spices and has several variations. Complex, aromatic, powerful yet warm, can be used on all types of meat....find yours! For perfect Middle Eastern cooking, this blend is not to be missed. Makes a perfect roasted chicken, lamb or fish! This blend is renowned in the Middle East for flavorful and exceptional tasting food!

Blended with black peppercorns, coriander, lavender, paprika, grains of paradise, anise, nigella, cardamom, mace, ginger, cinnamon, galangal, caraway , ginger, rose petals, cubeb, long pepper, turmeric, cardamom, ginger, salt, cinnamon, and spices.

Quick recipe: Rub butterflied chicken (or cut-up pieces) with a mixture of 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon unsalted butter and the juice of 2 lemons, mix together. Next add about 1 1/2 tablespoons of Ras el Hanout  and rub into chicken, let sit for 30 minutes. Light grill and cook for 45 minutes to 1 hour (over direct heat for the first 5 minutes of cooking for grill marks, then move chicken to cooler side of the grill for even cooking) or until chicken is done, with a moderate temp of about 300 degrees. Once chicken is done, let it rest loosely covered for 10 minutes. Be sure to pour the juice from the pan all over the chicken before you sprinkle lemon zest. Sprinkle zest of 1 lemon and a handful of fresh mint leaves or coriander. Serve over rice, couscous or a bed of lettuce with lemon wedges.

Basting sauce - Juice of 1 lemon, 1/2 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon of Ras el Hanout and a pinch of salt. Baste chicken at least 3 times while cooking, every 15 minutes. THIS IS AN IMPORTANT STEP THAT ADDS EXCEPTIONAL FLAVOR AND KEEPS THE CHICKEN DELICIOUSLY MOIST!

Best enjoyed with a cup of our Moroccan Mint Tea or our Lemon Mint Tea!

 

 

Herbal, deeper nutty character, tart with a hint of citrus. This Syrian version of Za'atar is blended with sesame seeds, sumac, cumin, coriander, lemon peel and spices can be found baked in dough or sprinkled on meats or flat breads.

Taste of Curry Spice Gift Set Discover the exotic flavors of India & Sri Lanka. The perfect Spice collection to enjoy for creating delicious Indian & Sri Lankan cuisine. This set comes with recipe cards to get you started on your culinary adventure! This is our most popular basket for corporate and housewarming gifts. All spices are fresh ground for optimal nutrients. Our Indian & Sri Lankan curries  are filled with anti-inflammatory compounds, anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties. Also in abundance are the following vitamins and minerals: vitamin C, niacin, potassium, protein, manganese, iron, Vitamin B6, dietary fiber, vitamin K, vitamin E, beta carotene and many other vitamins and minerals. Our most popular spice gift set!

Garam Masala 4oz

Tikka Masala 4oz

Madras Style Curry 4oz

Roasted Madras Curry Moong Dal Lentils 1 pound

Roasted Curry of Sri Lanka 4 oz

Exotic Indian Chai Tea 2.5 oz

Recipe Cards