Moroccan Carrot Cake A perfect, classic carrot cake with a Moroccan twist. Simple to prepare and totally delicious. Ingredients 1 tbsp RawSpiceBar's Ras el Hanout 2 cups flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 1/4 cups canola oil 1 cup sugar 1 cup brown sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 4 eggs 3 cups peeled carrots, grate 1 cup pecans, chopped 1/2 cup raisins Frosting 8 ounces light cream cheese, at room temperature 1 1/4 cups powdered sugar 1/3 cup whipping cream 1/2 cup coarsel...

Turkish Lamb Kebabs Ground lamb paired with RawSpiceBar’s spicy, freshly ground Shawarma blend, pistachios, garlic, onion, parsley and salt make for easy, yummy Turkish inspired lamb kofta kebabs. Ingredients 1/3 cup shelled pistachios1 small onion, coarsely chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced1/3 cup chopped parsley1 tbsp RawSpiceBar.com Shawarma blend1 pound ground lambOlive oil & kosher salt, to tastePita bread, red onion, tomatoes, lettuce, plain yogurt, optional, to serve Directions In a food processor, ...

Shawarma Roasted Eggplants This shawarma roasted eggplant is healthy, exotic and packed with flavor. Ingredients 1 eggplant, split and sweated2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved2 garlic cloves, minced1 lemons, juice and peel4 tablespoons RawSpiceBar's Shawarma blend1 jalapeno pepper, minced1 yellow onion, dicedKosher salt and pepper, to tasteOlive oilGreek yogurt, pine nuts, cilantro, cherry tomatoes, to top (optional) Directions Cut eggplant in slices, sprinkle with salt and let sweat, 25 minutes. Blot with a paper t...

Chana Masala One pot easy veggie instant pot chana masala with freshly ground garam masala. Ingredients 1 tbsp garam masala Vegetable oil 1 yellow onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 inch fresh ginger, minced 1 red pepper, minced 1 15 oz can whole tomatoes, chopped, strained 2 cups chickpeas 1 sweet potato, chopped 2 cups cauliflower florets, chopped Sea salt, to taste 1 lemon, juiced 3 cups water or vegetable brothNaan, brown rice, yogurt, cilantro, optional, for serving Directions Heat oil in a larg...

Chicken Tikka Masala Ingredients 3/4 cup whole milk Greek yogurt 2 teaspoons Rawspicebar's Garam Masala, divided 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1½-inch pieces 2 tablespoons unsalted butter or ghee, divided 1 medium red onion, diced 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger 1 28-oz. can diced tomatoes 1 cup heavy cream Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish Rice and/or naan for serving, optional Directions In a zip-top bag or air...

Easy Chana Dal Easy, healthy yellow dal, spiced with RawSpiceBar's curry powder. Ready in under 15 minutes in an instant pot. Ingredients 1 cup split chickpeas (chana dal)1 tbsp RawSpiceBar's curry powder1 bay leaf, preferably Indian1 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons vegetable oil6 whole cloves4 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced3 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro Stove Top Directions In large skillet, add oil, garlic, salt and spices and saute, 4-5 minutes. Add dal and saute, another 4-5 minutes. A...

Japanese Vegetable Curry INGREDIENTS 2 tbsp vegetable oil1 yellow onion, diced3 cloves garlic, minced1 inch ginger, minced2 tbsp RawSpiceBar’s Japanese Curry Powder3 c. carrots, diced1 apple, diced1 tbsp tomato pasteSalt, to taste3. vegetable stock1 c. lentils2 sweet potatoes, diced 2 c. green peas 1 tbsp butter 1 tbsp flourRice, for serving DIRECTIONS 1. Heat the vegetable oil in a heavy bottomed pot over medium-high heat until hot and add onion and let cook, 4-5 minutes until translucent. Add ginger, garlic and cur...

Vadouvan Baked Macaroni & Cheese INGREDIENTS 6 slices white bread, torn into small pieces 8 tbsp butter, divided5 1/2 c. milk 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 2 tsp kosher salt1 tbsp RawSpiceBar’s Vadouvan 4 1/2 c. sharp white cheddar, grated, divided 2 c. Gruyère, grated, divided1 pound elbow macaroni DIRECTIONS 1. Pre-heat oven to 375ºF. Place bread pieces in a medium bowl. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Add melted butter to the bread pieces.2. In a medium saucepan, heat milk. Melt remaining but...

Vadouvan Red Lentil Curry Ingredients 2 tbsp olive oil, coconut oil, or ghee1 onion, finely diced5 garlic cloves, minced 1 inch fresh ginger, mincedKosher salt, to taste 2 tbsp vadouvan1 28 oz. can chopped tomatoes with juices 1 pound red lentils, washed and picked over 2 quarts water, vegetable, or chicken stock 2 large handfuls spinach, chopped 1 14 oz can (full-fat) coconut milk Juice of 1/2 lime Chopped cilantro Salt & pepper, to taste Directions 1. Heat the oil in a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Add t...

Misir Wot (Ethiopian Lentil Stew) Photo credit Misir wot is among one of the most popular, traditional Ethiopian dishes - and for good reason. Freshly ground Ethiopian Spices, onions, garlic and delicious, protein packed lentils make this a deeply flavorful, perfect winter stew. Ingredients 1/2 tbsp berbere1/4 c. olive oil 1 onion, chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 inches ginger, minced 14 ounces fire roasted tomatoes or diced tomatoes12 oz small red lentils 4-5 cups vegetable broth, as neededGreek yogurt, to serve Direc...

Jerk Grilled Chicken Breasts Ingredients 2 tbsp RawSpiceBar's Jamaican jerk seasoning1 onion, chopped 4 scallions, chopped 4 garlic cloves, minced Juice of 3 limes 2 tbsp soy sauce 2 tbsp olive oil1 tbsp salt 1 tbsp brown sugar 3-4 chicken breasts Directions Combine Jamaican jerk seasoning, onion, scallions, garlic, lime juice, soy sauce, olive oil, salt, and brown sugar in a food processor and blend until smooth. Add chicken to zipped bag and pour in marinade. Seal bag, removing air, and refrigerate for at least 2 ...

Khoresh Gheymeh (Persian Lamb Stew) Ingredients 1 tbsp advieh1 1/2 lbs lamb or beef, cubed 1 cup yellow split peas 1 onion, diced3 tbsp tomato paste 4-5 dried limes, soaked 1 tsp rosewater (optional) Salt and pepper to taste Vegetable oil 2 potatoes, peeled, sliced, and fried, to top Directions In a large Dutch oven, add oil over medium heat. Add onions and saute, 5-7 minutes, until translucent. Add advieh, meat, salt and pepper and brown on all sides. Add tomato paste and split peas and saute, 5-6 minutes. Add dried limes a...

Japanese Beef Curry

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...