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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Healthy Chicken Pot Pie Healthy chicken pot pie, packed with juicy chicken, fresh veggies in a light, flaky crust.Ingredients 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 12 ounces cremini mushrooms, diced 1 cup carrots, diced 1/2 cup celery, diced 1 tbsp RawSpiceBar's poultry seasoningKosher salt, to taste 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 2 cups almond milk 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken breasts (about 2 breasts) 1 cup frozen peas 1 yellow onion, diced 1 prepared pie crust 1 egg, beaten with water (for wash)Directions Preheat then...

Easy Chicken Quesadillas Ingredients 1 lb boneless chicken breast, chopped2 tablespoons RawSpiceBar's taco seasoningKosher salt, to taste6 flour tortillas (8 inches)1 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese1 cup salsa1 red onion, diced2 cups spinach (optional)2 tbsp vegetable oilGuacamole, salsa, sour cream to top, optional Directions Pat chicken dry and season with salt and taco seasoning. Add oil to skillet over medium high heat. Once hot, add chicken and sear, 2-3 minutes per side. Add onions, cook for about 5-...

Grilled Vadouvan Shrimp This recipe for Grilled Vadouvan Curry Shrimp is easy and packed with a powerful curry flavor. A great way to combine your grilled shrimp with a curry dish. Ingredients 1 tbsp Vadouvan2 tbsp. olive oil3 large shallots diced8 garlic cloves, dived3/4 tsp. kosher salt1 1/2 lbs. large shrimp, shelled and deveined2 tbsp. fresh lime juice2 scallions, thinly slicedLime wedges, for serving Directions1. Combine shrimp, oil, 1/2 vadouvan and pinch of salt to coat.2. In a skillet over medium high heat...

Golden Milk Latte Ingredients 1 tbsp RawSpiceBar's golden milk turmeric2 cups almond milk1 inch fresh ground ginger, minced1 tbsp coconut oil2 tsp fresh black peppercornsHoney, to sweeten, optional Directions 1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine almond milk, golden milk turmeric, ginger, coconut oil, salt, pepper & honey and heat, 4-6 minutes.2. Remove from heat. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Instant Pot Baked Beans Recipe Inspired by JoCooks Ingredients 1 cup ketchup 1/4 cup molasses 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce 1/2 tsp salt or to taste 4 slices bacon thick cut, chopped 1 large onion chopped 3 cloves garlic minced 1 bell pepper any color, chopped 1/2 cup beef broth low sodium, or chicken broth or vegetable broth 45 oz navy beans (3 cans) drained and rinsed Directions In a medium bowl whisk together the ketchup, molasses, mustard powder, rosemary, Worcestershire, and salt ...

Air Fryer Falafel (or Baked!) Homemade baked air fryer falafel recipe is absolutely delicious, crispy and packed with baharat. Allow 4 hours soaking time for chickpeas, preferably overnight. Then, quickly whip up in a food processor. Yields about 12 falafels. Ingredients1/4 cup + 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil1 cup dried chickpeas, rinsed and soaked for 4- 24 hours1/2 red onion, chopped1/2 cup fresh parsley 1/2 cup fresh cilantro4 cloves garlic, choppedKosher salt, to taste2 tsp RawSpiceBar's Shawarma blendBakin...

Chai Spiced Banana Bread Easy chai banana bread, with no refined sugar and 7 global spice blends to mix it up! Recipe yields 1 loaf. 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 chai spicesDirections1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease pan, if needed.2. In a small b...