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Fenugreek
$6.00 – $10.00Fenugreek was one of the ingredients used in early Egypt incense that emitted the holy smoke for embalming and purification ceremonies. It is now most commonly used in Thai and Indian cuisines.
Add to curries and chutneys. Use sparingly as over using can cause bitterness in food.
Habanero Chile Pepper
$14.50One of the signature flavors of the Yucatan and the Mayan peninsula, Habanero brings an extreme, audacious heat, but an equally audacious signature flavor that cannot be compared to any other chile. Habaneros are Intensely herbal, slightly smoky, with brilliant bursts of intense chile flavors, and will overpower if not paired with other equally strong flavors. We stem and seed our habaneros before milling to accentuate the chile flavors.
Even if used in very small quantities, the bold flavor of Habanero creates a highlight to any dish.
Jalapeño Chile Pepper
$9.00Traditionally cultivated in Veracruz, Mexico, this Chile Pepper has also become a favorite of the Southwestern United States. Not too hot and not too mild, it is delicate in its dried form and should be added to foods for finishing.
Just before serving, add to Southwestern dishes, guacamole, corn bread, salad dressings, eggs, potatoes and vegetables for a little kick. It will lose its flavor and heat if added too early in the cooking process.
Juniper Berries
$8.00 – $21.60A prime ingredient of gin, Juniper Berries also give common bitters their flavor. Coming from a conifer in cold climates, it’s understandable that in many countries Juniper Berries are associated with Christmas.
Popular in Europe added to stews, soups with gamey meats, and sauerkraut.
Kaffir Lime Leaf
$8.50 – $10.50Native to South Asia, and popular in Thai, Lao, Vietnamese, Cambodian, Malaysian and Indonesian cuisine. Try in chili and soup recipes. Tip: helps keep the odor in check when steaming snails.
Marash Chile Pepper
$10.00Prevalent throughout Northern Africa and the Middle East, this Turkish Chile is sweet, tangy & complex. Its mild to medium heat comes on immediately, dissipating in seconds. Use as a table seasoning or for cooking.
Mustard, Yellow
$6.00 – $15.00Mustard seeds release their heat when soaked in a non-acidic liquid. To begin developing heat, soak the seeds in water; to stop it, add an acidic liquid such as vinegar, lemon juice, or wine. Use for pickling, in canning recipes and in sausages. Add to sauces, rubs, and marinades for grilling. Pairs well with other strong spice flavors, such as garlic and chili peppers.
Jeremiah Colman was appointed as mustard-maker to Queen Victoria in 1866. He was skilled at grinding mustard seeds into powder without releasing the oils which when evaporated cause the mustard flavor to fade away. Add some heat to your dish with Yellow Mustard’s peppery flavor. Mix powdered Mustard with vinegar and water for a quick and easy condiment or marinade.
Nigella (Black Cumin)
$9.25Nijella – the seeds of Nigella sativa – are also known as kalonji or black cumin. Used primarily as a spice in Indian and Middle Eastern cuisines.
Use in curries and salads or with vegetables, legumes, and poultry. Nigella adds flavors akin to onion, black pepper and oregano with a mustard-like bitterness.
Nori
$16.50Also called ocean lettuce, Nori is the nutritious edible seaweed most commonly used as the thin paper-like wrap around sushi. Try adding our kibbled Nori to soups and stews.
Onion
$5.00 – $10.00In virtually every cuisine since prehistoric times, onions were first depicted circa 3200 BCE in ancient Egypt. They show up in ancient art, tomb paintings, and written documents, and were exalted in the U.S. as George Washington’s favorite vegetable.
Complement savory dishes with the onion’s sweet and salty flavor. Add to soups, sauces, stews, casseroles, meatloaf, relishes, and stuffing.
Oregano, Mexican
$8.00 – $21.60A relative of Lemon Verbena. Similar to Mediterranean oregano, though more citrusy with a hint of mild licorice. Use in Latin American dishes and Southwestern cuisine with Chile Peppers, Cumin, and Paprika.
Peppercorn, Green
$10.50Green Peppercorns are harvested before the berries ripen and form a hard seed. They are frequently rehydrated overnight in olive oil to deliver an acidic, pungent, tangy flavor, it which form they can be used as a substitute for capers. [Peppercorns (Green)]
