Fesenjan (Persian Pomegranate Chicken Stew) Photo and recipe credit to The Persian Mama Fesenjan originated in Northern Iran and features freshly ground Persian advieh spices, pomegranate and walnut as the two key ingredients. The end result is a sweet, sour, and savory flavor mix of fall off the bone chicken. This dish has also historically featured duck, given its gamey flavor.Ingredients 2 yellow onions, sliced1 tbsp RawSpiceBar's Advieh2 lbs skinless chicken drumsticks or thighs2 cups walnuts, halved1/4 cup water1 cup pomegran...

Greek Panko Baked Cod One of our favorite easy, weeknight baked cod recipes. Prepared Greek style with Greek Seasoning, panko, lemon, garlic and parsley. Bakes in 15 minutes! Ingredients 1.5 lb cod, 3-4 fillets5 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup chopped parsley leaves2 lemons, juice and zest5 tbsp olive oil2 tbsp melted butter1/3 cup panko2 tbsp RawSpiceBar's greek seasoningKosher salt, to taste Instructions Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Combine lemon juice, zest, garlic, olive oil, and melted butter in a sh...

Everything Bagel Shakshuka This shakshuka recipe is perfect for a weekend brunch or a simple weeknight dish. It is warming and satisfying. Ingredients 2 tbsp olive oil2 tbsp everything bagel seasoning1 yellow onion, chopped1 red bell pepper, choppedPinch sea salt 2 cloves garlic, minced2 tablespoons tomato paste1 (28 ounces) can crushed tomatoesBunch fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped6 large eggs1/2 cup crumbled fetaBread to serve (optional) Directions1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. 2. Warm the oil in a large, ove...

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 ...

Baked Shrimp, Tomatoes & Feta Ingredients 4 tablespoons olive oil3 shallots, minced4 garlic cloves, minced1 (28-oz) can diced tomatoes1 tbsp RawSpiceBar's Greek Seasoning1-1/2 pounds extra large shrimp, peeled and deveined6 ounces feta cheese1 bunch mint, to top, optional Directions Preheat oven to 400°F. Heat the oil in an oven-proof skillet over medium-low heat. Add the shallots and saute, 3-4 minutes. Add garlic, salt and Greek seasoning and saute, 2-3 minutes. Add tomatoes and bring to a boil, then reduce the hea...

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...

Molly Yeh's Hawaij Coffee Donuts Hawaij is a Yemeni spice blend that comes in two types: hawaij for soup and hawaij for coffee. RawSpiceBar, for now, makes a hawaij for coffee. It's hand crafted with freshly ground ginger, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, star anise and fennel. Hawaij is perfect sprinkled into coffee grounds and also happens to be a perfect compliment for coffee baked goods. Ingredients 1cup sugar 1 tbsp hawaij1 1/2 cups flour6 tablespoons oil1/2 cup coffee, hot or cold1 teaspoon vanilla1 tsp baking...

Easy Chicken Fajitas This easy recipe results in juicy, chicken fajitas. Bonus: everyone gets to pick their own toppings. We love this recipe for kids and adult cooks, ready in under 20 minutes. Ingredients1 tablespoon RawSpiceBar's taco seasoning Kosher salt, to taste 1/4 cup water 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 lb whole skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into 1/2-inch strips 1 green bell pepper, sliced 1 medium onion, sliced 2 limes, juice, plus wedges to serve 8 flour tortillasShredded lettuce...

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...

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...

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 ...