Spices and Spice Blends

3-Chili Gourmet Pit Master Rub, a spicy, aromatic, savory and well rounded blend of chilies and spices. This spicy rub delivers a whole new level of flavor, this is a gourmet blend created for the ultimate "Pit Master" and is a perfect 10 on any cut of beef (excellent on brisket), chicken or ribs. Use as a marinade or as a rub. 100% PURE CHILIES, SPICES AND HERBS. NO ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, NO FILLERS AND NO PRESERVATIVES OF ANY KIND EVER!

Blended with a Ancho and Arbol chilies, Mexican oregano, cumin, mustard, low glycemic organic palm sugar and additional spices and chilies.

Aleppo Pepper is a robust spice that comes from the region of Aleppo in Syria. It has a subtle, smoky earthiness to it with a raisin-like scent and moderate heat level. It is said to be reminiscent in flavor to pasilla chilies. It is often found in a crushed, flaky form and can be used in place of ordinary dried and crushed red chilies. 2.5 ounces, refillable bag.

Ancho Chili Blend. Aromatic, flavorful with a hint of sweet. Used in Mexican and American Cooking to add serious flavor to mild and spicy sauces, stews, meat, poultry, fish salsa, rubs, fruit and nuts. 

Hand crafted in small batches, sifted and hand blended to perfection you'll taste!

Blended with Ancho chillies, Mulatto chilies, Hungarian paprika, onion powder, garlic, cumin, Mexican oregano and spices. 

Apple Pie Spice Blend. This sweet blend of spices combines to make the best apple pie ever! Great in pancakes, crepes, sprinkled in coffee, French toast batter and sweet potatoes. Suggestion: Use 2 teaspoons per 9 inch pie.

Quick recipe: Cut up 2 sweet potatoes into thin strips (like French fries), sprinkle olive oil on the sweet potatoes and 1 tablespoon of this blend. Toss together to blend. Bake at 350 degrees F until potatoes are tender, about 40 minutes.

Blended with Ceylon cinnamon, nutmeg and cardamom.

Baharat Spice Blend is warm, full bodied, complex distinctive taste with a little kick of fabulous! Used in Middle Eastern cooking  and as a fantastic barbecue rub, this blend works beautifully with pork, chicken, beef, lamb and stews. This blend really shines on pork chops and lamb chops! Don't miss out on this deliciously bold and flavorful blend.

Hand-blended in micro batches for optimal nutrients and bold taste, with smoked paprika, cumin, nutmeg, coarse black pepper, Ceylon cloves, cardamon, and red chili pepper. SALT FREE 2 ounces

Quick 15 minute recipe: in a bowl, add 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1 1/2 tablespoons of Baharat and 1 tablespoon of oil and mix together. Now add 4 pork chops, pork tenderloin or lamb chops to the marinade and make sure they are completely coated, flipping them over several times. Refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight for maximum flavor. Make sure to bring your meat to room temperature prior to grilling or pan searing. To pan sear: over high heat put each chop in a hot skillet (almost smoking) and let cook for about 4 minutes (undisturbed) and then flip over and turn down flame to medium low. Immediately squeeze the juice of 1 lime, a teaspoon of butter, a sprinkle of Baharat and a tablespoon of water directly in the skillet. Now spoon the sauce over the chops as they cook for another 7 minutes. Be sure to spoon the sauce over the chops many times while cooking. The flavor is outstanding!

No time to marinate? Simply rub olive oil on your meat of choice and then liberally sprinkle this blend all over. Now pan sear, grill or roast....your choice! Just don't forget to add the lemon at the end and spoon over meat!

 

 

Bayou Blackening Rub. Aromatic, savory, bold slightly sweet and delicious. Get ready for beautiful blackened chicken, fish or shrimp.  A wonderful hand blended array of fresh ground spices and herbs, just like the deep aromas and bold flavors of fish cooked on the bayous of Louisiana. This blend will have you licking you fingers and you won't even realize you're licking them!

Blended with nutmeg, cinnamon, cumin, organic palm sugar and herbs.

Quick Recipe: Lightly cover your chicken, fish or seafood with olive oil. Generously shake on this blend to cover. Next, add 1 tablespoon of butter to a skillet and  pan-sear over high heat for 5 to 6 minutes (4 minutes per side if cooking fish, 2 to 3 minutes per side if cooking jumbo shrimp) flip over, turn down the heat squeeze the juice of 1 lemon directly into the butter/oil and spoon over fish, chicken or seafood as it cooks for an additional 5 minutes. Serve with lemon wedges over a bed of shredded purple cabbage with Cajun baked potatoes (slice fingerling potatoes diagonally toss in olive oil, butter and our Louisiana Creole Spice Blend, bake until tender on 375 degrees, about 20 minutes). Now you're cooking!

 

 

Organic Fair Trade Cayenne Powder. Capsicum annuum. Hot and flavorful. This flavorful yet hot chili is used in many of the world's cuisines and should not be overlooked for heat or taste. A perfect addition to spice blends that tout heat, though not overwhelming. Due to its active ingredient capsicum, this chili is a powerful anti inflammatory and can be found in over the counter pain patches for muscle aches and arthritis.

Chinese Five Spice. Aromatic, flavorful with notes of licorice. The aroma of this spice dominates Chinese markets and is liberally strewn onto roast meats, chicken, pork, duck and yes, spareribs!

 Blended with black peppercorns, cinnamon, star anise, fennel, and cloves. 

 

 

Cloves. Highest Quality! Aromatic, powerful, yet pleasant, Ceylon cloves are used to stud hams, enhance the flavor of such game as venison and wild boar. It is also used to elevate a variety of spice blends including curry. Wonderful when added to tea or in baking. 2 ounces

Did you know if you put ground clove on an achy tooth for 5 minutes, it takes the pain away?

Coffee Spice Barbecue Rub. This is for the serious griller who loves to try new and exciting blends. With the flavor and smells of espresso roast coffee beans, sweet paprika, brown sugar, coriander, ginger and spices, you will love the complexity of this rub. The combination of spices work so well with this rub that you will be asking for more!  

1/4 pound

 

Milder spicy flavor, used in Indian, Sri Lankan and Mexican dishes as well as milder sauces, stews, meat, poultry, spice blends, salsa, nuts, and any other dish that requires mild heat. A little pinch goes a long way. 2 ounces refillable bag

Cumin. Deep, warm and powerful spice, with hints of caraway. Used in Sri Lankan, Indian, and Mexican cuisines. Adds wonderful flavor to meats, stews, chicken, fish, seafood and spice blends. Often paired with coriander, this seed has with hints of caraway. Seeds can be toasted before grinding to enhance the flavor and taste. Cumin is also great for digestion. Select whole or ground spice.

Ground - 3 ounces refillable bag

Organic Fennel Seeds Organic Sweet, aromatic and delicate flavor similar to anise. This seed is often used in fish dishes, cheeses, Italian sausage, marinara sauce, pizza, pasta, liquors, baking, breads, and cakes. 3 ounces, refill bag.

Fennel seeds is a good herbal remedy for coughs, gas and bloating. Contains lots of fiber and is often used to make herbal teas and in laxative preparations.  

Garam Masala Spice Blend. Aromatic, warm, complex, savory with a touch of sweetness.  From the spice marts of Central India, this is your basic masala which is delicious on all kinds of meat, lamb, fish, shrimp and vegetables. So versatile, it even does wonders with tofu! 3 ounces, refill bag

Blended with Turkish bay leaves, cumin, coriander, black peppercorns, mace, and spices.

 

A wonderful blend that goes great with baked breads (add room temperature butter to 1 tbsp) and as a spread on fish and seafood. 

Blended with garlic, paprika, basil, and dried parsley.

Greek Spice Blend This full flavored spice is warm and sunny with notes of lemon, herbs, pepper and a hint of sweetness. Great on steak, lamb, fish, chicken, vegetables, potatoes, and salads. 

Blended with lemon, salt, oregano, garlic, marjoram, and coarse black pepper.

This is a fantastic grilling rub that incorporates spices, herbs, and brown sugar to give it a unique, powerful yet mildly sweet woodsy flavor. 

You will taste hints of celery seeds, paprika, nutmeg, garlic, and other spices that are sure to leave your tummy very happy!

To create a wet marinade:

1. use 4 tablespoons of this rub
2. add red or white wine
3. a few slices of onion
4. stir in 4 tablespoons of grape seed oil 

Grill Master Hamburger Spice. Be sure you have this on hand for the spur of the moment grill attack. This barbecue spice blend will turn any burger into a mouth watering slightly sweet with heat extravaganza you won't soon forget! For a twist, add caramelized red onions and hickory smoked bacon on top with a buttery bakery fresh bun.

Blended with paprika, brown sugar, garlic, and spices. 

Moroccan flavors, aromatic, bold, complex, with a touch of sweet, slight heat, and hints of citrus. This amazing African blend is used as both a condiment when oil is added and in its dry state. Fantastic on lamb chops, pork chops, chicken and fish and is especially amazing in butternut squash soup!

Blended with Hungarian paprika, sea salt, coriander, caraway, garlic flakes, cassia cinnamon, pequin chiles, cumin and spices.

Quick marinade: make a marinade by adding 3 tablespoons of this blend, juice of 1 lemon, 1 serrano chili diced with seeds, 1/4 cup soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of olive oil, mix together. Marinade the meat of your choice for 1 hour or overnight.

Great on the grill or pan-seared!

Herb and Spice Seasoned Salt. This isn't your average seasoned salt. This smoky blend compliments most everything you put it on! 

Blended with smoked paprika, pink Himalayan sea salt, sugar, garlic, onion, thyme, and spices.

Hungarian Paprika is a spice made from the finely ground fruit of what we know as the pepper plant (Capsicum annuum L.). It has a reputation as the most flavorful of all paprika. Due to the favorable climate, and  geographical conditions Hungarian paprika has a bright red color and a  distinctive deep flavor that allowed Hungary to became one of the leading  paprika producers in the world. Hungarian sweet paprika is used to create classic European dishes such as goulash, chicken paprikash, stuffed bell peppers, a beautiful garnish for deviled eggs, potato or pasta salads, spice blends and baked chicken or fish.  

Paprika is loaded with vitamin C and is an anti inflammatory and one of the ingredients used in our very popular Anti-Inflammation Blend.