Spice Hacks: Best Taco Seasoning Substitute? Taco seasoning is a classic that makes for authentic tacos, stews and stir-fries and is a great thing to have on hand for quick and easy meals. Although, if you don’t have this spice mix in your pantry -- there are some alternatives that you can use instead. Taco Seasoning Substitutes Chili Powder Chili powder is the dried, pulverized fruit of varieties of chili peppers. Some Chili powders have an addition of other spices, called a chili powder blend. It’s used to add pungency and flavor t...

Spice Hacks: White Pepper vs Black Pepper There is more than one type of pepper. Know the primary differences to use them effectively while cooking. A dish is never complete without its seasonings and spices. Pepper, one of the oldest spices in the world, is always a household and restaurant favorite. It was common in ancient healing practices back then due to its healing properties. Now, it’s used in almost all dishes that you can think of. Some people choose between black or white pepper purely for aesthetic purposes, depending on ...

The Best Spices for Mac and Cheese Mac and cheese is an All-American favorite served as a side or as a main course. It is delicious as is when made traditionally with cheese, butter, and milk however adding a few spices can elevate the dish. Upgrade your Mac and Cheese to the best comfort food by adding these mix of spices! Cayenne, Nutmeg, Black Pepper, and Dry Mustard This blend of spices would pack a little bit of heat and tang to your creamy mac and cheese. These spices will cut through the hearty flavor of the cheese an...

Golden Milk Turmeric Smoothie RawSpiceBar golden-milk-turmeric An easy early morning breakfast, we love all year long.GOLDEN MILK TURMERIC SMOOTHIE We’ve sourced and freshly ground the spices to make our Golden Milk Turmeric Smoothie Bowl. Simply follow our recipe, adding locally sourced, fresh ingredients, to cook this delicious Golden Milk Turmeric Smoothie Bowl in just 5 minutes. How Our Recipes Kits Work We provide spices: Your shopping list: 1 banana 1 cup frozen mango plus 1 cup spinach (optional) 3/4 ...

Saffron Rice Pudding 10-20 saffron threads1 cup jasmine rice1 teaspoon kosher salt1/2 cups sugar3 tablespoons unsalted butter1/2 cup milk2 tablespoons pure rosewaterSlivered almonds, for garnish1. In a large bowl, cover the rice with water. Using your hand, agitate the rice to release the starch, then carefully pour off the water. Rinse the rice 5 to 7 more times, until the water runs clear. Cover the rice with water and refrigerate overnight. Drain, then coarsely crumble with your hands.2. In a large nonstick sa...

Fesenjan (Persian Pomegranate Chicken Stew) Photo and recipe credit to The Persian MamaFesenjan originated in Northern Iran and features freshly ground Persian advieh spices, pomegranate and walnut as the two key ingredients. The end result is a sweet, sour, and savory flavor mix of fall off the bone chicken. This dish has also historically featured duck, given its gamey flavor.Ingredients 2 yellow onions, sliced1 tbsp RawSpiceBar's Advieh2 lbs skinless chicken drumsticks or thighs2 cups walnuts, halved1/4 cup water1 cup pomegrana...

Chickpea Cauliflower Curry Bowls Ingredients 1 tbsp RawSpiceBar's Madras Curry Powder2 tbsp vegetable oil1 onion, diced1 inch ginger, minced2 cloves garlic, minced28 oz can whole tomatoes, pureed15 oz can chickpeasKosher salt, to taste4 cups any mix of veggies - carrots, green beans, broccoli, cauliflower1 lime, juiceBunch fresh coriander, chopped, optional1 16 ounce can light coconut milkRice, cauliflower rice, and/or naan for serving Directions1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add on...

Japanese Tofu & Farro Stir Fry 1 1/2 cups uncooked farro or brown rice2 tablespoons vegetable oil14 ounces extra firm tofu1 bunch broccolini or other veggie (asparagus, broccoli, green beans)4 scallions, diced3 cloves garlic, minced2 inches fresh ginger, minced2 tablespoons honey (more to taste) 2 tablespoons shichimi togarashi6 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce1/4 cup water8 tablespoons rice wine vinegar4 tablespoons vegetable oilDirections1. Add soy sauce, honey, water, rice wine vinegar and oil in a food processor until...

Baked Shrimp, Tomatoes & Feta 4 tablespoons olive oil3 shallots, minced4 garlic cloves, minced1 (28-oz) can diced tomatoes1 tbsp RawSpiceBar's Greek Seasoning1-1/2 pounds extra large shrimp, peeled and deveined6 ounces feta cheese1 bunch mint, to top, optional1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Heat the oil in an oven-proof skillet over medium-low heat. Add the shallots and saute, 3-4 minutes. Add garlic, salt and Greek seasoning and saute, 2-3 minutes.2. Add tomatoes and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and ...

Slow Cooker Achiote Ribs 3 pounds pork spareribs4 tablespoons RawSpiceBar's Achiote4 garlic cloves, minced3/4 cup orange juice3/4 cup lime juiceSalt to tasteBanana leaves, optional1. In a blender, combine the citrus juices, garlic, oregano, ground spices, and salt. Cover the ribs with the mixture, and let marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight.2. Line a slow-cooker or roasting pan with banana leaves or grease well. Place the ribs and marinade inside, and cover with another banana leaf.3. Cover and cook on low ...

Fiesta Chicken Quinoa Bowls Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil4 chicken breasts, cubedKosher salt, to taste2 tbsp RawSpiceBar's taco seasoning1/2 cup frozen corn1 red onions, diced3 assorted bell peppers, diced2 cups cooked quinoa3/4 cup fresh salsa1 bunch cilantro, diced Directions 1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over med-high heat. Pat chicken dry, add salt and taco seasoning. Add chicken to skillet and saute, 3-4 minutes. 2. Add garlic, onion, corn and bell peppers, saute 3-4 min. Add quinoa and salsa, tossing to...

Chinese Vegetable Stir Fry 1 tablespoon Five Spice Powder 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 head broccoli 1 cup corn or baby corn 1 onion 1 cup carrots, sliced 2 cups kale, chopped 2 large bell peppers, sliced1/4 cup water2 teaspoons honey1/3 cup soy sauce 1/4 tablespoons rice vinegar Brown rice, quinoa or rice noodles, to serve1. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium high heat. Add vegetables, salt to taste and five spice powder. Saute, 4-6 minutes. 2. In a small bowl, combine water, honey and soy sauce. Pour over vege...

The Ultimate List of Spices & Herbs Not sure the difference between cloves and nutmeg spices? Want to know which spices are in garam masala? We've put together the ultimate reference guide filled with a global list of spices, from the basics to the hard-to-find. Ready to get cooking? Check out our organic bulk spices for freshly ground spices, seasonings and herbs or build your own spice set, just $5 each and shipped in eco-friendly paper pouches. Click on any spice from the list below for recipe ideas, cooking tips, techni...

Spice Hack: Best Cardamom Substitute? Cardamom has a complex flavor, a combination of fruity, nutty, herbal, woody, and citrusy- all at the same time. This means that it’s very distinct and not often easy to replicate! If you're in a pinch or looking to experiment with alternatives, you have options! The even better news is that you most likely have most of the options in your spice cabinet. Best Cardamom Substitutes: ClovesCinnamonApple Pie SpiceNutmegGinger (close cousin)Allspice Because of cardamom's unique flav...

Spice Hack: Best Pumpkin Pie Spice Substitute? Pumpkin pie spice is typically made with freshly ground whole cinnamon, allspice, black peppercorns and star anise. Sprinkle over squash and roast, stir into yogurt or ice cream or brew into your morning coffee or add to cookies, breads, cakes, pies or other baked goods. Best Pumpkin Pie Spice Substitute Trying to get your pumpkin spice baking on and stuck with last year's stale pumpkin pie spice or totally out? First thing you should do is buy our freshly ground pumpkin pie spices - we&#...

Tellicherry Pepper vs Black Pepper Second only to salt, black pepper is the world’s most widely used spice. It’s a major flavor component in the entire culinary world. Despite organic black peppercorns being a staple in the cupboard, there are actually many varietys of black peppercorns - two of the most popular variants are Tellicherry and Malabar peppercorns. Are They Any Different? All peppercorns belong the Piper nigrum family, meaning that they are all the exact same thing. True black peppercorns are entirely different ...