Chef Ross Deutsch (@thisguycooks) curated this 6-spice collection. He says, "I chose these spices because they’re uniquely sourced by Burlap & Barrel and not something you come across in your every day spice shop."
The 6-spice collection contains:
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Black Lime is a versatile ingredient with a famously savory and tart flavor. Ours comes from a family farm in Guatemala. The limes are sun-dried, then ground into an easy-to-use powder. A versatile ingredient common in Persian cooking, they have a savory, tart flavor that's great on roasted meat or vegetables, in stews and anywhere you'd use lime juice.Ingredients:
Sun-dried Persian lime (Citrus latifolia), ground
=- Sprinkle into rice, soups, fish and kebabs
- Toss with vegetables prior to roasting
- Use as garnish for cocktails, especially sours and margaritas
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Our spectacular Cured Sumac is an easy swap for lemon juice in any recipe, or use it to add character and brightness to salads, fish, meat or dips. It has a bright, sour, salty and slightly fermented flavor.Ingredients:
Sumac berries (Rhus coriaria), salt (salt content is 1% by weight, or about 0.5 grams per jar)
=- Swap it for lemon juice in any recipe
- Use it to add character and brightness to salads, fish, meat or dips.
- Sprinkle it over hummus, salad, roasted veggies, meat or scrambled eggs.
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Our Sun-Dried Tomato Powder adds a bump of rich, umami flavor to any dish. Sauté the powder with aromatics like onions or garlic, use as a garnish on roasted vegetables or add to rubs for grilled meats.Ingredients:
Sun-dried tomato, ground (Lycopersicon esculentum Mill.)
=- Coat veggies in olive oil and toss, add to meat rubs and stews
- Sauté with onions, garlic or mirepoix (cut onions, celery and carrots)
- Sprinkle over sliced tomatoes (trust us), focaccias and pizzas
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Our Jimmy Nardello Sweet Pepper Flakes have with tons of sweet, creamy flavor and no heat, and they are perfect for stir-fries, stews, sauces and as a mild alternative to chili flakes. They have shiny, firetruck-red skin and a super-sweet flavor and crispy texture, and they are coveted by chefs and home cooks alike.Ingredients:
Jimmy Nardello pepper (Capsicum annuum)
- Add to seasonal stir-fries for a bright, sweet & savory pepper flavor
- A great chili flake for anyone who wants pepper flavor but is sensitive to heat
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Our Black Urfa Chili comes from Urfa, Turkey, where it has been grown and cured for centuries. It has a rich, malty flavor with a lingering burn. The chilis ripen to a bright red color, then are laid out under sheets in the hot summer sun. This technique cures the pepper in its own juices and gives it a deep umami flavor and beautiful dark color.Ingredients:
Urfa Chili (Capsicum annuum), sunflower seed oil, salt (salt content is 1% by weight, or about 0.5 grams per jar)
- Sprinkle over roasted vegetables, eggs, or cooked proteins
- Stir into brownie batter or chocolate cookie dough
- Mix into hummus or other creamy dips
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Our Five Spice is an ancient, aromatic, versatile blend beloved across East Asia. Called Ngũ Vị Hương in Vietnamese and 五香粉 in Chinese, it's named for the five traditional Chinese flavors (sweet, bitter, tart, salty and savory). It brings a warm, savory, slightly spicy burst of flavor to grilling rubs, stews, sauces, stir-fries, braises and red cooking.Ingredients:
Star anise, cinnamon, ginger, chili pepper, clove, black pepper, cardamom, fennel seed, mac khen pepper
- Combine with soy sauce as a glaze for cooking protein or hearty vegetables
- Use as a sub for cinnamon in desserts
- Add to braises, beans and other long-cooked dishes
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ABOUT CHEF ROSS DEUTSCH
A native New Yorker now based in LA — Chef Ross Deutsch is committed to fostering human connection through the art of cooking.
With a deep conviction in the significance of family meals, Ross shares his culinary adventures, recipes, and cooking insights on social media under the handle @thisguycooks.
His mission is to make cooking accessible, enjoyable, and educational for everyone, inspiring others to discover the pleasures of cooking and the meaningfulness of shared meals.