Recipes

Harissa Spiced Pecans

We never tire of whipping up different spiced nut combinations. Salty or sweet, hot or mild, there are endless combinations to try. Harissa Spiced Pecans are especially addictive, though, because they have it all: mild chile and smoky, savory spice, balanced perfectly with just enough brown sugar. These give a crunchy flavor punch to everything from garden salads to a pre-game cheese ball. But really, the best way to enjoy them is straight out of the oven.This recipe is easy to make and not too sweet. Spiced nuts are a welcome treat for last minute gatherings or entertaining.

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Spice-Rolled Goat Cheese

Happy National Cheese Ball Day! This time-honored appetizer is a classic worthy of celebration so we've added a range of flavors to goat cheese with three of our favorite spice blends - Dukkah, Green Za'atar and Syrian Za'atar. Bold and spice forward, these cheese balls are easy to make and each one offers a different flavor. All pair well with goat cheese so pick your favorite or enjoy them all! Hazelnuts and toasted sesame add texture to our Egyptian Dukkah along with cumin, marjoram and thyme. Both of our za'atar blends have toasted sesame as well, but different spices. Green Za'atar is more herb forward with dill, thyme and hints of sumac. The Syrian Za'atar. has a larger measure of sumac along with coriander, cumin and hints of anise. Finish up this plate with crudité and this board will have a taste for every palate.

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Cape Malay Chicken Curry

15 min

If you like a spicy curry, this recipe is definitely for you. Many curry all-stars make an appearance in our key ingredient, South African Curry, like turmeric, European coriander, and black pepper. But what really makes this blend unique (and brings the heat!) is the healthy portion of Indian Cayenne. With an easy protein like chicken breast and several pantry staples such as onions and canned tomatoes, this dish will be simple and quick to make at home. Serve this flavorful and aromatic Cape Malay Chicken Curry with rice or bread for a delicious and comforting meal that brings the taste of South Africa to your table.

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Cape Town Cauliflower Potato Curry

15 min

Filling, yet inexpensive to make, this comforting dish with fiery South African flavors makes the most delicious leftovers. Plus, it's Vegan! In this one-pot meal, the veggies are hearty and absorb all of the spices. Turmeric, Coriander, Paprika, Cumin, Cardamom, Cayenne, and Black Pepper come together to make a dish that's both light and savory.  Why the Cascade Mushroom Mix? The blend of porcini and vegan Worcestershire give the veggies the extra flavor they needed to be a main course.  Serve the curry hot over rice, naan, or with your favorite bread. It's the perfect Meatless Monday dinner, and you might find yourself craving it on other days that end in Y, too.

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Harissa Grilled Chicken Wings

Chicken wings are a perfect game day dish, and our winning strategy scores with bold flavor! A quick toss in a Harissa dry rub followed with a saucy glaze combining butter, lemon paste, vinegar and Upper Left Madrona Smoked Honey brings the platter to the table without much fuss and they are absolutely delicious. The toasty exotic flavor of Harissa has mild smoky heat that goes well with all your favorite dipping sauces. Grilling gives that great char flavor and their moist, meaty texture is always a crowd pleaser. Buffalo and blue cheese have met their match!

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Spring Spaghetti with Dukkah Creme Fraiche

Plan ahead to create this spectacular Spring Spaghetti, because it is worth the wait! The crème fraîche takes a day and a half to culture, so patience is required, but whether you make it for yourself, make it for Mother's Day or just make it for fun, once you do, it will become a decadent staple. Dukkah is an Egyptian spice blend with marjoram and thyme mixed with lightly toasted cumin and coriander. The spices are combined with chopped hazelnuts. The complex flavors and texture infuse the crème fraîche and perfectly complement the spaghetti and spring vegetables. Once you have the crème fraîche, this pasta is fast and easy to make and full of seasonal flavor!

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Crunchy Harissa Lemon Pickled Vegetables

These overnight pickled vegetables are easy to make and delicious! They are crunchy and full of flavor with the warm spice of Harissa, bright Meyer Lemon Paste and a hint of honey. Serve as a crunchy salad topper or condiment on a lamb sandwich or in fish tacos. Go ahead and double or quadruple the batch for your next gathering and keep some on hand in the refrigerator, they keep well up to a month. Save the brine for sauces marinades and salad dressings.

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Harissa Spiced Carrots

Stunning flavor and presentation makes these Harissa spiced carrots a perfect side dish for holiday entertaining. If you're looking for fresh flavor on the holiday table, this is a dish that will have your guests clamoring for more. Harissa is a traditional African spice blend that is robust, with hints of chile and citrus. These flavors pair easily with the sweet fruitiness of the carrots, the smokiness of the Urfa Biber and the snap of the pomegranate seeds.

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Dukkah Scones

I love reinventing the scone with new flavors, especially savory ones. Dukkah is an exotic spice blend, traditionally used as a dip for bread with olive oil. In these scones, it adds just a hint of hazelnut and a bold boost of cumin and coriander, plus some herbal accents. Fresh dill and shaved parmesan round out the flavor profile, with a touch of flaky salt on top. These hearty Dukkah scones are wonderful for brunch, snacking or in a weekday lunch box.

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