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 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, 5-10 minutes until cooked through. Add garlic, onion, corn and bell peppers, saute 3-4 min. Add quinoa and ...

Gluhwein Ingredients 1/2 medium orange1/2 cup sugar3/4 cup water2 tbsp mulling spices1 (750 ml) bottle dry red wineRum or amaretto Directions Zest orange peel. Add Mulling Spices to tea bag or fine mesh cooking bag. Combine the water and sugar in a large saucepan and boil until the sugar has dissolved. Reduce the heat and add mulling spices, orange zest, and orange juice. Simmer until a fragrant syrup forms, about 1 minute. Reduce the heat further and add wine. Let simmer on low, 20 minutes up t...

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...

Lentil Shephard's Pie Recipe inspired by Minimalist Baker Filling Ingredients 1 medium onion (diced)2 cloves garlic (minced)1 1/2 cups uncooked brown or green lentils (rinsed and drained)4 cups vegetable stock1 tsp poultry seasoning1 10-ounce bag frozen mixed veggies: peas, carrots, green beans, and corn Mashed Potato Ingredients 3 pounds yukon gold potatoes, partially peeled (thoroughly washed)3-4 Tbsp vegan butterSalt and pepper(to taste) Directions Slice any large potatoes in half, p...

How to Season a Turkey Every Thanksgiving, perhaps the biggest question is how you'll prepare the turkey. This easy preparation is as flavorful as brining, yet nearly as no-frills as salt and pepper. Here's how to shake it up this year. Enter the magic of compound butter. Perhaps the fastest way to flavor your turkey is to whip up a quick compound butter. Compound butter is really no more than softened butter mixed with herbs and spices. For turkey, we are particularly partial to salt free, freshly ground B...

Moroccan Spiced Lentil and Carrot Soup This Moroccan spiced carrot soup recipe has a wonderful, buttery flavor from spices sizzled in oil. Whirl the carrots in a blender for a velvety, thick vegetable purée, or thin with a bit of water and serve as a soup, with a dollop of yogurt to top. Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter or oil1 white onion, diced1 pound carrots, diced3/4 cup lentils2 1/2 cups chicken broth1 1/2 tablespoon RawSpiceBar's Ras el Hanout1 tablespoon honey1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice1/2 cup plain yogurt (to top)2 g...

Szechuan Tofu This Szechuan tofu is spicy, numbing, hot, aromatic and tender. We combine everything you love about Chinese takeout - sweet and savory, the super-crispy tofu and caramelized vegetables -into one quick vegetarian main. IngredientsFor sauce:3 tbsp soy sauce2 tbsp rice vinegarOne-fourth cup honey1 inch ginger, minced2 cloves garlic, mincedFor stir-fry:15 oz. extra firm tofu4 tsp olive oil, divided2 tbsp RawSpice Bar’s five spice powderSalt to taste1 yellow pepper, chopped1 green bell pepper, c...

Chili Con Carne This chili con carne recipe has strong Texas influences - heavy on the meat and bacon and omits the beans. This is a hearty meal, great for a cold winter day. Ingredients4 tablespoons RawSpiceBar's chili powder1 tablespoon Mexican oregano6 ounces bacon2 pounds boneless beef chuck, cubed2 white onions, choppedKosher salt, to taste4 garlic cloves, minced2 cups beef broth1 16-ounce can puréed tomatoesDirections In a Dutch oven over medium heat, add bacon and fry until crisp, 5 to 8 minutes....

Baked Memphis BBQ Tofu Photo courtesy of eastvanvegan This sweet and sticky Memphis inspired baked BBQ tofu is perfect next to green veggies, potato salad or summer grilled corn. Ingredients1 lb extra-firm tofu, drained and pressed1/2 cup barbecue sauce, separated 1 tablespoon RawSpiceBar's Memphis rib rub1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar Kosher salt, to taste Directions Preheat oven to 375. Lightly grease a shallow baking dish. In a small bowl, combine the barbecue sauce, salt, Memphis rib rub, balsamic vinegar a...

Pumpkin Spice Vegan Cake Recipe and photo courtesy of Imagelicious This Pumpkin Spice Cake is soft and pillowy, delicate and wonderfully spiced, and best of all, vegan. Ingredients1 1/2 cup flour1 1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup brown sugar 2 teaspoons RawSpiceBar's pumpkin pie spice1/2 cup unsweetened apple sauce1/4 cup oil1 cup waterDirections Preheat the oven to 350F. In a large bowl combine all the dry ingredients and mix well making sure that there are no lumps. Add all the wet ingredie...

Healthy Saag Paneer Deep golden paneer, with bright green sauteed spinach and garam masala spices. Ingredients 1 1/2 pounds fresh baby spinach, chopped4 garlic cloves, minced1 inch fresh ginger, minced1 tablespoon RawSpiceBar's garam masala2 tablespoons ghee or unsalted butter8 oz paneer cheese, cubed2 onions, diced Kosher salt, to taste1 cup milkLemon and yogurt, to top (optional)Directions In a Dutch Oven over medium high heat, add 1 tablespoon butter of ghee. Once hot, add paneer, flipping regularly so a...

Chicken Madras Curry A great mid-week treat – this curry can be made as mild or spicy as you like and is an easy, healthy dish. Serve with rice or naan breads. Ingredients2 tbsp RawSpiceBar's Madras Curry Powder2 onions, diced2 garlic cloves, minced1 inch ginger, minced3 green chiles, mincedVegetable oil1 lb skinless chicken thighs, cut into chunks1 (16 oz) whole tomatoesFresh coriander, to topKosher salt, to taste Directions 1. Add onion, garlic, ginger and chillies in a small blender and whizz to a paste wi...

New Mexican Posole Ingredients 2 lbs. pork shoulder3 tbsp vegetable oil, divided, and more, as needed2 onions, chopped6 cloves garlic, minced3 tbsp RawSpiceBar's chili powder24 oz. canned whole tomatoes (reserve juices)6 cups low-sodium chicken broth1 pound dried or canned hominy (or garbanzo beans or frozen corn) Salt & pepper, to taste Sliced radishes, chopped avocado, fresh cilantro or lime wedges, for serving Directions Bring pork to room temperature. Pat meat dry to remove all excess liquid, gen...

West African Chicken Groundnut Soup Recipe inspired by Recipes From a Pantry This spicy, creamy and super addictive West African groundnut soup will warm you from the inside out. Ingredients 1 tbsp RawSpiceBar's berbere 4 lbs bone-in chicken 1 onion, diced 1 green bell pepper, diced 3 carrots, diced 1 garlic clove, minced 1 jalapeno, diced 4 cups chicken broth 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter 1 tbsp tomato paste 1 tomato, diced 1 inch fresh ginger, minced 1/2 cup coconut milkVegetable oil Directions 1. Rub chicken with berbere ...

Moroccan Chickpea Tagine Ingredients 2 tbsp ras el hanout 1 1/2 lb sweet potato, peeled and diced 1 eggplant, peeled and diced 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil 9 oz carrots, peeled and diced 1 tsp kosher salt, divided, plus more to taste 2 cups vegetable broth 1 cup uncooked bulgur 2 cups cooked chickpeas Salt & pepper, to taste 1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion, thinly sliced 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted 1/4 cup dried currants 1/3 cup pomegranates 1 tbsp honey Directions Preheat the oven to 450. In a large bowl, co...

Minimalist Baker's Gingerbread Granola Recipe inspired by The Minimalist Baker This healthy, homemade granola is going to become your favorite winter snack. Freshly ground gingerbread spices like ginger, cinnamon and cloves give depth and warmth, while molasses adds a touch of sweetness. Ingredients 3 1/4 cups rolled oats 1 3/4 cups raw nuts, we like a mix of almonds, pecans and walnuts1/2 tsp Kosher sea salt1tbsp RawSpiceBar's gingerbread spices1/4 cup olive oil1/3 cup maple syrup or agave3 tbsp molasses1 tsp vanilla extract ...