Anytime Seasoning Use with: Anything! This is good to keep on the table and use in a shaker like you would salt and pepper. 1 TBSP garlic powder 1 TBSP dried basil 1 TBSP dried savory 1 TBSP dried sage 1 TBSP dried thyme 1 TBSP dried marjoram 2 tsp black pepper 2 tsp onion powder…
Ethiopian Berbere | Spicy, Bitter, Sweet Use for: stews If using whole spices, roast before grinding. 1/4 tsp ground allspice 3/4 tsp ground cardamom 1/8 tsp ground cinnamon (optional) 1/8 tsp ground cloves 1/2 tsp ground coriander (optional) 1/2 tsp ground cumin (optional) 1 tsp ground fenugreek 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg (optional) 1/2 tsp ground black…
Herbs de Provence | Earthy, Sweet, Woody Use with: Grilled meats, vegetables, fish, dry rubs, marinades, olive oil, vinaigrettes 1 TBSP dried sage 1 TBSP dried rosemary 1 TBSP dried thyme 1 TBSP dried oregano 1 TBSP dried tarragon 1 TBSP dried basil 1 TBSP dried marjoram 2 tsp dried lavender
Italian Blend | Herbaceous Use with: tomatoes, marinara, chicken, cheeses 1 TBSP dried basil 1 TBSP dried marjoram 1 TBSP dried thyme 1 TBSP dried rosemary 1 TBSP dried oregano 1 TBSP garlic powder 2 tsp red pepper flakes
Mexican Blend | Earthy, Spicy Use with: Ground beef, beef steak, ground pork, pulled chicken, pinto beans, black beans, onions, tomatoes 1 TBSP chili powder 1 tsp cumin 1 tsp oregano 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp sea salt 1/2 tsp onion powder 1/2 tsp paprika 1/4 tsp cayenne
Courtney’s Signature Indian Curry | Warm, Spicy, Sweet Use with: Chicken, Lamb, Pork, bean chili, lentil soup, dry rub, cauliflower, zucchini, roasted potatoes, bell peppers, 2 tsp cumin 2 tsp coriander 1 tsp chili powder 1 tsp paprika 1 tsp black pepper 1 tsp turmeric 1 tsp salt ½ tsp garam masala ½ tsp cinnamon ¼…
Courtney’s Tandoori Masala | Warm, Spicy Use with: Baked or grilled chicken 1 tsp cumin 1 tsp coriander 1 tsp salt 1 tsp fenugreek 1 tsp onion powder 1 tsp black pepper 1 tsp chili powder 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp ginger powder 1 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp cardamom ½ tsp clove ½ tsp crushed…
Garam Masala | Warm, Sweet Use with: lamb, pork, beef, Indian curries, potatoes, sweet potatoes, popcorn, apple butter, lentil soup, butternut squash, green beans, cauliflower, cakes and breads, spiced nuts 2 tsp cumin seeds 2 tsp coriander seeds 1 tsp black peppercorns 8 cardamom pods 2 cassia leaves 1 cinnamon stick 1 tsp cloves ½ tsp…
PAIRING Below, I’ve listed some pairings that go well together. Use these for inspiration when you’re feeling stuck. In Equal Parts: Cumin | Coriander More → Less Cinnamon | Ginger | Cloves | Nutmeg Mostly Equal Parts: Parsley | Sage | Rosemary | Thyme | Black Pepper Your Preference for Amounts: Fennel | Rosemary |…
ROASTING SPICES This process is equally straightforward, except for this time, we omit the oil. In a hot dry skillet, add spices in a single layer. Heat for 1-2 minutes or so, until the spices begin to smell aromatic. Be watchful so as not to burn them. GRINDING SPICES You can use a variety of tools…
