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Spice Information and Serving Suggestions

About Our Spice Blends

Our spice blends are all-natural, salt-free and preservative-free. In an effort to ensure an optimal culinary experience for our customers, our spice products are gourmet quality. Each blend is hand-crafted and quality-tested in accordance with our stringent standards: In striving to achieve the ultimate in freshness and flavor, we utilize a select network of growers, processors, and importers who can provide ingredients with the quality and consistency required of our Global Blends products.

Spice Storage and Usage

Spices are best stored in completely airtight containers, then placed in a cool, dry and dark location.

Each of our spice blends an be used on its own as a dry rub, or lightly sprinkled on your favorite foods as a flavor enhancer. Our seasoning blends can also be mixed with your favorite oils or vinegars to create a wide range of marinades or dressings.

.Spice Ideas

The following are some creative ways to use Global Blends spices


Asian Fusion Blend
A harmonious blend of the exotic & appealing flavors of the Orient.

  • Add to soy sauce as a marinade for chicken, steak or pork.
  • Sprinkle on dumplings prior to steaming.
  • Mix with sesame and peanut or canola oil for an authentic Asian salad dressing. Great on pasta and noodles too!
  • Combine with peanut butter and soy sauce for an authentic Thai/Indonesian dipping sauce or marinade.
  • Use as flavor enhancer in your favorite stir-fry dish.
  • Stir into your favorite rice dish before, during or after cooking.

Bayou Blend
Combing the best of Cajun and Creole cuisines.

  • Use with breadcrumbs as a batter for Tilapia or other favorite fish, then pan fry  “blackened” style.
  • Excellent as a key ingredient in crab cakes.
  • A must in your favorite jambalaya or etoufee dishes.
  • A staple in any rice and beans creation.
  • Sprinkle on chicken prior to grilling

Indian Curry Blend
Combining the best of Indian curries and masalas.

  • Stir into yogurt to create a tandori marinade. Grill or bake chicken or lamb once marinated.
  • Sprinkle to taste while stir-frying your favorite vegetables, meat or fish.
  • Mix with oil to marinate shrimp prior to grilling or baking.
  • Combine with chick peas, stewed tomatoes and other vegetables for an authentic vegetarian stew.
  • Add while sautéing boiled potatoes and raw onions, then serve in a dosa wrap.
  • Include with pureed onions to make a paste, then stir-fry onions, cauliflower, peas and boiled potatoes for  authentic aloo gobi.
  • Sprinkle on naan bread drizzled with oil.

Flavor Fiesta Blend
Celebrating the distinctive tastes of Mexican and South American cuisine.

  • Combine with crushed tortilla chips to encrust your favorite
    pan-fried fish.
  • Add to quesadilla ingredients prior to heating..
  • Use as a key ingredient in ground beef or ground turkey chili recipes.
  • Excellent as a taco or fajita seasoning before or after cooking..
  • Include in your favorite paella recipe for an authentic South-American experience.

Island Jerk Blend
An authentic blend capturing the essence of Caribbean cooking.

  • The ultimate dry rub for an authentic “jerk chicken” experience.
  • Use as a marinade for your favorite fish. Sprinkle on directly, or mix with a drizzle of your favorite oil.
  • Combine with olive oil to marinate vegetables and shrimp. Grill then toss with pasta.
  • Add to oil, a small quantity of vinegar, and crushed tropical fruit to marinate wings and drumsticks prior to grilling..
  • Sprinkle on sliced plantains while pan-frying.

Mediterranean Blend
Combing the exotic tastes of the Middle East and North Africa.

  • Combine with olive oil to marinate your favorite kebobs.
  • Sprinkle on hummus and other salads or appetizers for added flavor.
  • Mix with yogurt, garlic and lemon juice to marinate chicken overnight prior to roasting.
  • Use when preparing lentils and other bean dishes.
  • Add to rice during the simmering process
  • Drizzle olive oil on pita bread, sprinkle seasoning blend, then heat briefly
  • Sprinkle on fried cauliflower and eggplant
  • Add to a mix of couscous & vegetables. Serve hot as a side or chill for a salad.

Classic Gourmet Blend
A simple, yet versatile mix of traditional herbs and spices.

  • Use with olive oil to marinate vegetables. Grill on skewers or in a grill basket or skillet.
  • Sprinkle on omelets or other egg dishes.
  • Mix with mayonnaise and use as a dressing for tuna or chicken salad.
  • Shake onto pizza before or after cooking.
  • Add to soups during preparation or after cooking when hot.
  • Add to butter or olive oil, spread on favorite bread, then heat

Robust Gourmet Blend
This hearty blend of bold flavors adds zest to all culinary creations.

  • An excellent flavor enhancer to any spaghetti sauce- homemade or purchased!
  • Combine with olive oil, balsamic vinegar and sugar for a versatile and flavorful salad dressing or marinade..
  • Use as a dry rub for lamb or pork.
  • Mix with olive oil for use as a chicken marinade.
  • Add to your favorite stews, stroganoffs and other hearty dishes.
  • Sprinkle directly on vegetables before or after steaming or grilling.

Seafood Blend
A blend designed to accentuate the natural flavors of the sea.

  • Combine with olive oil, then add white wine to bake, steam or poach your favorite fish.  
  • Use as a dry rub for salmon, tuna steaks and other grill-ready cuts of fish..
  • Add to melted butter and serve as a dipping sauce for lobster or crab.
  • Mix with bread crumbs then use for baking or broiling scallops, shrimp, and filets.
  • Include as a key ingredient in seafood chowders

Six-Pepper Blend
A broad spectrum of the world’s favorite peppers in one carefully balanced blend.

  • Use instead of table pepper with all of your favorite dishes, or experiment with the following:
  • Stir into your favorite soups and sauces for some added gusto.
  • Use as a dry rub on steaks prior to grilling.
  • Add to melted cheese for a lively fondue.
  • Mix with olive oil for dipping fresh bread, or brush on before toasting.
  • Sprinkle on sliced tomatoes, then add olive oil, basil and sliced mozzarella for a zesty Caprese salad.
  • Drizzle cooked fish with butter or oil, then sprinkle delicately for a warm and piquant finish.

 

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