Shawarma Chicken Pita You’re no stranger to rotisserie. It’s a common sight at the grocery, but it’s always a welcome sight…and smell. You’re drawn to its mouthwatering scent and its methodical, mesmerizing turns along a horizontal skewer. Even though it’s almost always chicken, it’s nearly impossible to resist the temptation of the fragrant fowl. Now, imagine you’re wandering the bustling streets of Beirut. First you smell it, notes of turmeric, cardamom and cumin mingling with luscious lamb. Mmmm. Then you see ...

One-Pot Shrimp Creole Native to Louisiana or not, you have most likely experienced the mouth-watering culinary culture inspired by the “first families” of Louisiana, the Creoles. Unlike their Cajun counterparts, who were limited to what the countryside of Louisiana had to offer in terms of ingredients for recipes, Creoles were largely in the bustling city of New Orleans and, therefore, had easy access to spices, herbs, and other tantalizing ingredients that make up iconic dishes that we know and love today. That i...

Chimichurri Shakshuka (Vegetarian) Chimichurri. It rolls off the tongue so nicely. It tastes pretty darn good on it, too. The South American sauce is the perfect slap of sabor for grilled meat, seafood and salads. Let’s take a dip into the makeup, roots and etymology (or eat-ymology?) of the crave-worthy condiment that serves as the inspiration for RawSpiceBar's Chimichurri Blend. Chimi Thing - Chimichurri typically consists of finely chopped parsley, minced garlic, olive oil, oregano and red or white wine vinegar. Some...

Chimichurri Swordfish Chimichurri. It rolls off the tongue so nicely. It tastes pretty darn good on it, too. The South American sauce is the perfect slap of sabor for grilled meat, seafood and salads. Let’s take a dip into the makeup, roots and etymology (or eat-ymology?) of the crave-worthy condiment that serves as the inspiration for RawSpiceBar's Chimichurri Blend. Chimi Thing - Chimichurri typically consists of finely chopped parsley, minced garlic, olive oil, oregano and red or white wine vinegar. Some...

Za’atar Couscous Bowls (Vegan) Serves: 4 Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 0 minutes Za’atar couscous 8 ounces couscous 2 tbsp RawSpiceBar Za’atar Blend 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp salt Za’atar chickpeas 2 15-ounce cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cucumber, diced 1 avocado, diced 2 tbsp RawSpiceBar Za’atar Blend 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp red wine vinegar 1 tsp honey or maple syrup one-half tsp salt 1 lemon, sliced into wedges for serving Tahini sauce one-half cup tahini 1 lemon, juiced 2 garlic ...

Chicken Shawarma Shawarma is our favorite staple street food of the Middle East. We're pairing shawarma spices with chicken thighs, for an easy cook version with tons of flavor. Ingredients2 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, cubed3 tbsp extra virgin olive oilJuice of 1 lemon2 cups romaine, chopped1 tomato, cubed1 cucumber, sliced1/2 red onion, sliced thin4-8 fresh pitasShawarma Sauce3/4 cups greek yogurt4 cloves garlic crushed2 tbsp tahiniJuice of one lemonSalt and freshly ground pepper to taste Dire...

Baked Eggplant (Vegan) Recipe and photo courtesy of persianmama.com Preheat oven to 450 F. Center rack setting. Line one shallow baking dish with aluminum foil extending on all sides to catch the possible oil splatter. Peel the eggplants and cut them in half lengthwise. In a large bowl add the eggplants and about 1/3 cup vegetable oil. Toss to coat. Drizzle 1 tablespoon vegetable oil on the prepared baking sheet. Arrange the eggplants in a single layer on the foil. Bake for about 25 minutes, or until the eggplants...

Easy Turkey Chili Photo and recipe via The Endless Meal The single best bet for better chili — slow cooker or stovetop or instant pot — is to use freshly ground chili powder. Our chili powder is a blend of 4 types of freshly ground red chilies, plus spices like roasted cumin and Mexican oregano. With our salt free chili powder, you can add as little or as much salt to taste. Ingredients 1 tbsp vegetable oil1 lb ground beef or turkeyKosher salt, to taste2 (15-ounce) cans dark kidney beans, drained and rin...

Chinese Five Spice Sweet Potato Muffins Recipe inspired by Gwyneth Paltrow's cookbook, It's All Good These Chinese five spice muffins are the perfect mix of ingredients and flavors - super tasty and one of our favorite breakfast snacks. Ingredients 1 large sweet potato1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk3/4 cup maple syrup, plus 2 extra tablespoons for brushing1 tsp pure vanilla extract2 cups gluten-free flour2 tsp baking powder2 tsp baking soda1 1/2 tablespoons RawSpiceBar's Chinese five spic...

Mexican Chicken Tortilla Soup This chicken tortilla soup is thought to originate from the Tarascan people of the Michoacán area in Mexico. Dozens of variations of this soup exist, often featuring a spicy tomato broth with various chilies. One much loved garnish is chicharrón in place of crispy tortilla chips, which works beautifully if you have on hand! Ingredients 4 cups chicken broth2 tbsp RawSpiceBar's taco seasoning4 cups cooked shredded rotisserie chickenPinch kosher salt, to taste2 cups corn 20 ounce can...

Crispy Za'atar Smashed Potatoes These baby smashed potatoes are tossed in extra virgin olive oil then sprinkled with our za’atar. If you haven’t tried za’atar yet, it’s a Lebanese spice mixture, made with tart sumac, herby hyssop thyme, toasted sesame seeds and crunchy sea salt. Ingredients 12 small red or yellow potatoes3-4 tablespoons olive oil1 tbsp RawSpiceBar's zaatar Directions Bring a pot of water to a boil. Cook potatoes until soft - small ones should take around 20- 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350F. Drain the...

Spiced Apple Crisp Try this healthy baked crisp with any of the below 6 spices and blends. Naturally sweetened with maple syrup and topped with a crunchy oat pecans. Serve warm with ice cream and enjoy! Ingredients1/3 cup almond flour1/2 cup rolled oats1/3 cup dark brown sugar1/2 raw chopped pecansKosher salt, to taste1/4 cup coconut oil or butter5-6 green apples, thinly sliced1/3 cup maple syrup1 tablespoon vanilla extract2 tsp apple pie spices Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease 8x8 baking pan...

Perfect Roast Chicken Ingredients 1 whole chicken, about 4 poundsCanola or vegetable oil 2 teaspoon salt1 cup chicken broth2 tbsp RawSpiceBar's poultry seasoning Directions In a small bowl, combine spices and salt. Liberally rub olive oil and spice rub under the skin around chicken, in all places. Press the Saute function on the Instant Pot and add oil to the pot. Place the chicken in the pot and cook for, 4-5 minutes or until golden brown. Using kitchen tongs flip the chicken over and sear for another 5 minu...

Five Spice Brown Fried Rice This Chinese five spice fried rice is a delicious one pot meal option for easy weeknight dinners or lunches. Packed with veggies and in an instant pot, this fried rice recipe is ready in under 20 minutes. Ingredients2 tbsp vegetable oil, divided3 eggs, whisked2 carrots, diced1 onion, diced3 cloves garlic, minced1 cup peas4 cups cold, cooked brown rice3 tbsp soy sauce2 tbsp oyster sauce1 tsp sesame oilGreen onions, to garnish2 tsp RawSpiceBar's Chinese Five Spice Directions Heat the o...

Chai Banana Muffins Easy chai banana muffins, with no refined sugar. Recipe yields 12 muffins. INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons flax meal + 6 tablespoons water, combined1 cup whole-wheat flour 1 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking sodaPinch Kosher salt4 mashed overripe bananas1/2 cup light brown sugar1/2 cup applesauce1/3 cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 tbsp RawSpiceBar's chai spicesDirections1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease muffin tins, as needed.2. In a small bowl, c...

Italian Baked Meatballs Ingredients8 ounces ground pork + 8 ounces ground lamb + 8 ounces ground beef (or 1.5 lbs ground turkey or individual meat)1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated1 egg1 teaspoon kosher salt, to taste1/2 cup bread crumbs, panko or crushed crackers1 tbsp RawSpiceBar's Italian Seasoning Directions Heat the oven to 400 degrees F. Combine pork, lamb, beef, cheese, egg, spices, salt and 1/4 cup of the bread crumbs in a large mixing bowl. Using your hands, mix until all ingredients are well incorporat...