Spices

 

Homemade Curry Powder Recipe:

  • 1/2 cup Paprika
  • 1/4 cup Cumin
  • 1 tablespoon Fennel Powder
  • 2 tablespoons ground Mustard Powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground Red Pepper Flakes (optional)- adds spiciness
  • 3 tablespoons ground Coriander (optional)
  • 1/4 cup ground Turmeric root
  • 1 tablespoon ground Cardamon (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cloves Powder (optional) – Adds complex flavor

To make: Mix all ingredients in a bowl, jar or food processor and store in an air-tight container until ready to use. Can be used on meats, vegetables or in soups. Especially good in with chicken, shrimp or vegetables.

 

Seasoned Salt Recipe:

  • 1/4 cup Onion Powder
  • 1/4 cup Garlic Powder
  • 1/4 cup Black Pepper (ground)
  • 2 tablespoons Chili Powder
  • 3 tablespoons Paprika
  • 2 tablespoons dried Parsley Leaf (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon ground Red Pepper Flakes (optional)

To make: Mix well by shaking in a jar or in a food processor. Store in airtight container.

 

Pumpkin Pie Spice:

  • 1/4 cup Cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground Ginger
  • 2 teaspoons Nutmeg
  • 2 teaspoons Allspice powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cloves powder (optional)

 

Blackened Recipe:

  • 1 ½ TBSP paprika
  • ½ TBSP onion powder
  • ½ TBSP salt
  • ½ tsp. ground white pepper
  • ½ tsp. ground black pepper
  • ½ tsp. dried oregano
  • ½ tsp. dried thyme
  • ¼ tsp. garlic power
  • ¼ tsp. celery seed
  • Dash cayenne pepper, or to taste

To Make: In a small bowl mix together spices. Coat all sides of the fish/poultry with the spice mixture and if time allows place back in the fridge for 30 minutes. Heat a medium skillet to medium high heat. Add olive oil to hot pan and allow the oil heat for 30-60 seconds. Place the fish in the pan and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side or until fish is opaque and can be flaked with a fork. Remove from the pan and serve with rice and vegetables.