Meatballs Arrabiata If you’re lucky enough to have an Italian grandma, you know the delicious aroma of Arrabbiata sauce filling her kitchen. She was a human measuring spoon, and if she ever let you write down her recipe, it would say “a pinch” of this and “a bit more” of that. Thankfully, this month’s blend—RawSpiceBar’s Arrabbiata Blend– is already mixed to perfection, with enough fire to make your feisty Nonna proud. Along with a bouquet of basil, marjoram, garlic, oregano, thyme and rosemary, the signature ...

Za'atar Shrimp Za’atar has an intricate, slightly convoluted history thanks in part to the secrecy Middle Eastern families kept regarding their recipes. Its exact composition varies amongst eras, regions, languages and classifications. For starters, the word can actually refer to a singular herb—a wild oregano species—and a spice blend. The mixture is typically comprised of the herb and some combination of toasted sesame seeds, sumac, salt, oregano, basil thyme, thyme and savory. Biblical Bites Za’atar has ...

Arrabiata Minestrone (Vegan) If you’re lucky enough to have an Italian grandma, you know the delicious aroma of Arrabbiata sauce filling her kitchen. She was a human measuring spoon, and if she ever let you write down her recipe, it would say “a pinch” of this and “a bit more” of that. Thankfully, this month’s blend—RawSpiceBar’s Arrabbiata Blend– is already mixed to perfection, with enough fire to make your feisty Nonna proud. Along with a bouquet of basil, marjoram, garlic, oregano, thyme and rosemary, the signature w...

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 ...

Tandoori Chicken Stew with Butternut Squash Serves: 6 Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 1 hour 2 tablespoons coconut oil/ghee 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs 1 large onion, diced 2 carrots, diced 2 garlic cloves 2 tablespoons RawSpiceBar Tandoori Blend 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth 1 small butternut squash, cubed (about 3 cups) Salt and pepper to taste 1 lime, juiced Fresh cilantro Preheat the oven to 300°F. In an oven-safe dutch oven, heat the oil/ghee over medium heat. Se...

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 ...

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...

Jamaican Jerk Shrimp Tacos These Jamaican jerk marinated shrimp will take you straight to the islands, paired with a crunchy, creamy cabbage and carrot slaw and ready in under 25 minutes. Ingredients 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp Jamaican jerk seasoning 12 corn tortillas1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined Avocado, lime wedges, optional For slaw1 1/2 cups chopped cabbage 1/2 cup grated carrots 3-4 tbsp sour cream 1 lime, juice only Directions In a large bowl, add shrimp, pinch salt, jerk seasoning,...

Saffron Rice Pudding Ingredients 10-20 saffron threads1 cup jasmine rice1 teaspoon kosher salt1/2 cups sugar3 tablespoons unsalted butter1/2 cup milk2 tablespoons pure rosewaterSlivered almonds, for garnish Directions 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. In...

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 Directions Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add oni...

Cajun Shrimp & Grits These cajun shrimp and grits are packed with spicy, Southern flavors and are one of our favorite home cooked meals. Ingredients 1.5 lbs large or jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 tbsp RawSpiceBar's Cajun seasoning5 thick bacon slices, chopped 2 tbsp chopped parsley2 tsp minced garlic2 green onions thinly sliced1 red bell pepper, diced1/4 cup chicken broth1 lemon Kosher salt, to tasteGrits1 cup quick grits2 cups water 3 cups milk 3 tbsp unsalted butter1 cup white sharp cheddar cheese D...

British Baked Beans 16 oz dried cannellini beans, soaked overnight in cold water, drained4 tbsp olive oil2 onions, chopped4 garlic cloves, chopped3 pieces of bacon, diced1 28 oz can whole tomatoes2 cups chicken stock 1/2 loaf coarse fresh sourdough breadcrumbs1 tbsp milk 1 tbsp RawSpiceBar's smoked paprikaParsley, to top (optional) 1. Bring beans and enough water to cover to the boil in a large saucepan over high heat and cook until just tender (15-20 minutes). Drain and set aside.2. Preheat oven to 300F. H...

Greek Lemon Chicken Soup Ingredients 10 cups chicken broth3 tablespoon olive oil8 cloves garlic, minced1 onion, diced1 lemon, zested2 boneless skinless chicken breasts1 cup Israeli (pearl) couscous1 tbsp RawSpiceBar's Greek seasoning2 ounces crumbled feta1/3 cup chopped chivesSalt and pepperDirections Place the olive oil in a large 6-8 quart sauce pot over medium-low heat. Once the oil is hot, add onion and saute, 4-5 minutes. Add chicken breasts and brown, 2-3 minutes. Add garlic and Greek seasoning and saute, ...

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 ...