Recipes
Our favorite ways to use Creole Spice
This time of year always brings to mind the food and flavors of New Orleans, so we’ve been breaking out our Creole Spice to capture some of that magic at home. The origin of Creole seasoning is a collaboration of many different cultural food traditions including French, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, a variety of African nations, and the Indigenous Peoples of the Louisiana region. The result is a layered, complex flavor with mild to medium heat and a whole lot of history. The base of any good Creole dish is celery, onion, and bell pepper — the “holy trinity” in both Creole and Cajun cuisine. Our Creole Spice blend starts there and layers on garlic, herbs, and chiles for a seasoning that feels right at home in gumbo, étouffée, and jambalaya. Seasoned RiceFor one cup of dry long-grain rice, add one to two teaspoons of Creole Spice. Cook as usual. You can adjust the amount of spice to your taste. Shrimp MarinadeFor one pound of shrimp, combine ⅓ cup of olive oil, two cloves of minced garlic, a pinch of salt, and one tablespoon of Creole Spice in a large bowl. Toss in the shrimp and stir until well-coated. Marinate, covered, in the fridge for 15-30 minutes before cooking. Spiced MayoScoop half a cup of mayo into a small bowl, add Creole Spice one teaspoon at a time and stir in completely, tasting each time until it’s your desired flavor and consistency. Season with salt and a squeeze of lemon to taste. Use on sandwiches, burgers, and for dipping french fries or fried fish.
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Voodoo Jalapeño Poppers
We've had a bumper crop of jalapeño peppers from the garden this year, and that means POPPERS! Autumn is chile season, though jalapeños are readily available at the grocery store year round. The flavor buzz from these was well worth the effort of seeding all those little suckers, but do wear gloves! The warm bite of jalapeño with smoky paprika in the cheese and the Voodoo sprinkle on top of these poppers goes down well chased by a rich porter. Enjoy a whole platter by yourself while you watch the game like we did, or serve them up at your next fall fête.
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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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Game Day Brisket Sliders
Nothing welcomes fall quite like a slow cooked brisket, and nothing says game-day quite like sliders! Brisket sliders combine the two and dish up an eye-catching platter of food that's sure to please the crowd. It's quick to make and simple to serve, too, so you can spend your time cheering on the team. For this round, we teamed up our Tarheel BBQ Rub with grilled onions, mustard and a pickle, the ideal trifecta of condiments for anything on a mini-bun. But this recipe was so fun to make, we are already planning out the season with more flavors like Harissa, Sassy Steak Spice and Kofte Spice. The genius of this recipe is how easy it is to make a whole mess of sliders. Simply cook the brisket a day ahead. Once you get it into the slow-cooker it is very hands off. Then, when you are ready for kick-off, just slice open a package of rolls and assemble the sliders as one big unit. You can even serve them pull-apart style, right from the pan.
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Kharcho Chicken and Rice Soup
10 min
This soup comes together quickly with the help of rotisserie chicken and leftover rice. The star of this soup is the Georgian Kharcho spice blend, which brings a deep, aromatic warmth to the dish. The earthy fenugreek adds a subtle bitterness that balances perfectly with the smoky paprika and the citrusy, slightly sweet notes of coriander. These spices, traditionally used in Georgian cuisine, meld beautifully with the tender chicken and hearty rice, creating a rich, satisfying soup that’s full of bold, comforting flavors.
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Kharcho Kidney Beans
10 min
Inspired by the Georgian dish lobio, these beans deliver bold flavors with the warmth of our Kharcho spice blend and the crunch of walnuts. While they’re a perfect filling for khachapuri, they're equally delicious served on their own with flatbread for a hearty, vegan meal. Mashed to a chunky texture, the beans are infused with the rich flavors of paprika, garlic, and Kharcho, creating a comforting and flavorful dish that's easy to prepare and full of authentic Georgian taste.
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Tunisian Tuna Salad with Tabil Spice
20 min
This salad is a colorful celebration of flavors! The Tabil spice brings a vibrant, earthy note that complements the albacore tuna and crisp veggies. With the bright zing of lemon juice and the rich depth of olive oil, each bite is a fresh, zesty taste explosion.
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Labneh Dip with Tabil Spice
10 min
This labneh dip is a creamy dream topped with Tabil spice’s aromatic blend of coriander and caraway. A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a scatter of olives make this dip irresistibly rich and flavorful. Perfect with flatbread, it's a Mediterranean masterpiece in every bite!
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Syrian Za'atar Tomato Beet Salad
15 min
Syrian Za'atar is a glorious mix of sumac, toasted sesame seeds and spices, creating a nutty, tangy flavor explosion. When sprinkled on this salad, it adds a rich, earthy depth that pairs beautifully with the sweet roasted beets and juicy grape tomatoes. The creamy avocado, fanned out on top, adds a luscious texture that won't make you miss the cheese.
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