Those of us who love to cook with cast iron know how important it is to have well-seasoned pans. Seasoning keeps the surface of cast iron shiny and smooth and it prevents rusting and sticking, sort of like using a non-stick pan only without the toxic chemicals. In the old days, when you bought cast iron, […]
How-To's
Basic Techniques of Indian Cooking
Indian cooking really isn’t that complicated, and it’s incredibly forgiving to the beginning Indian chef because the use of spices makes every dish delicious. That said, there are several techniques it’s helpful to familiarize yourself with as you begin to explore this adventurous and rewarding cuisine. Tadka or Baghar: Tempering The process of tempering involves […]
3 Delicious Beverages You Can Make With Tamarind
You can find the unique taste of the tamarind fruit in a variety of Asian dishes. The fruit has a unique sour-tart flavor, with a a little bit of a sweet undertone. Depending on how it’s used and what it’s paired with, the expression of tamarind can change, making it a versatile ingredient. Think […]
How to encapsulate at home
It’s easy to encapsulate your own spices and supplements at home! Get the encapsulation machine used in this video:
Hing: “Devil’s Dung” and “God’s Food” – One Spice, Two Names
Hing (Asafoetida) Species: Ferula assa-foetida Other names: A Wei, Asafétida, Ase Fétide, Assant, Crotte du Diable, Devil’s Dung, Ferula Asafoetida, Ferula Assa Foetida, Ferula assa-foetida, Ferula foetida, Ferula pseudalliacea, Ferula rubricaulis, Férule, Férule Persique, Food of the Gods, Fum, Giant Fennel, Heeng, Hing. Hing, or Asafoetida, is a treasured spice derived from the […]
How to Open Ghee Jar
We use special jar lids to seal our ghee jars so they don’t leak precious golden oil all over your shipping box or your counter. But we know they can’t sometimes be difficult to open! Don’t worry if the lid is on tight! This is by design, and there is actually a really easy trick […]
Awesome Tips from Ancient India (and some modern ones, too)
[vc_row gap=”35″][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text] Tip #1 – Mouth Fresheners Spices are excellent mouth fresheners! Say NO to mints that use unwanted chemicals and sugar, and use spices instead. Spices we like to use include Cardamom or Fennel Seed or Whole Clove. Cardamom is mildly sweet and several seeds come in a small green pod. Simply break […]
How do you say ghee in different languages
Arabic: samna (سمنة), samneh Bangla: ghī (ঘী) Brazil: manteiga clarificada English: butter Oil, clarified butter, drawn butter, seafood butter French: beurre clarifié, beurre noisette (hazelnut butter, nutty butter or brown butter) German: ausgelassene butter, Butterschmalz, geklärte butter (means butter that is clear and free of animal protein) Gujrati: ghī (ઘી) Hindi: ghī (घी), desi ghee, […]
How to Use Spiced Ghee
1. DIGESTIVE GHEE Contains Organic Cardamom, Organic Cinnamon, Organic Ginger. The flavor has a similar hint of spices used in Chai Tea; it is subtle but definitely adds depth. • Stir Digestive Ghee into hot cooked oatmeal. • Use melted Digestive Ghee in place of oil when making granola. • Stir a tsp of Digestive […]
How to use Turmeric Superghee
We have several ideas for you to use delicious Turmeric Superghee! Stir into hot milk, coconut or almond milk that has been blended with dates, coconut, and cardamom. Add a teaspoon to freshly brewed hot coffee, mix it well with a hand blender or a frother, and enjoy Paleo Butter Coffee that has an extra […]
How to Make Butter Coffee
Using a clean spoon, gently stir Coffee++ before using. Add 1-2 tablespoons to an 8-ounce cup of hot coffee. For a frothy, creamy look and flavor, blend Coffee++ with hot coffee in a blender or with a milk frother (click here a milk frother suggestion) for a few seconds, or until the color changes to […]
How to use ghee
Snacks and Appetizers Toss into fresh popped popcorn or make your own: Melt ghee, add salt and popcorn, pop until done. Mix with good quality coarse sea salt (like Celtic Sea Salt). Add chives and spread over pita bread. Mix with nut butters such as almond, peanut, cashew and others for an amazing dip for […]
