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Mexico

Guajillo Chili, Whole

Guajillo chili peppers have long, shiny, tapered pods with tough cranberry-red skins. They boast a moderately spicy, tangy flavor with a hint of citrus. Very common in Mexican cooking and excellent for sauces or salsas. 

China

Lapsang Souchong Tea

From Fujian China, this black tea is smoked with pine over open fires. The leaves take on the flavor of smoke and peat, beautiful with or without milk.

Japan

Iio Jozo Pure Rice Vinegar Premium

This vinegar is made with ingredients grown without pesticides and Iio Jozo’s house-made sake.

Mediterranean

Rosemary Dry

Piney and herbal.  Classic flavor with lamb and other grilled meats.

Mediterranean

Parsley Dry

Dried parsley is one of those herbs that really brings together the flavor of other seasonings. While many in this country know it best as a garnish, it’s actually more typically used as a spice and is used in American, European and Middle Eastern cooking. Parsley pairs nicely with fish, egg, lemon, tomato and grain dishes. It works well in combination with basil, chili, oregano, pepper, rosemary, sumac and tarragon.

Mexico

Chipotle Chili, Ground

Chipotle peppers are smoke-dried jalapeños. Used in many Mexican and Southwest American dishes, chipotles are known for their signature smokey flavor and medium heat. A favorite for barbecue marinades, sauces, and rubs.

Nepal

Timut Peppercorn Nepal

Timut hails from Nepal and provides a szechuan-esque cooling, tingly bite with notes of grapefruit. Due to its citrus flavor, Timut pairs nicely with fish and desserts. Sprinkle a pinch over fruit salad or coffee & vanilla flavored ice creams for a kick.

Tunisia

Caraway Seed, Whole

Some of the best-quality caraway comes from North Africa, especially Tunisia, where the seeds are intensely aromatic and naturally rich in essential oils. That’s why they’ve been treasured for generations—small seeds , fragrant, and full of character, just like the cuisine they belong to. They carry deep flavor and even deeper memories. One of my favorite spices, they instantly take me back to Tunisia—where caraway is at the heart of tabel, our iconic spice blend. Earthy and slightly sweet, it pairs beautifully with fish, carrot salads, and even pastries. Beyond taste, caraway has long been loved for its digestive and healing benefits. A tiny seed with a big story. Welcome to the world of caraway 🐝

Middle Eastern

Nigella Seeds

Nigella seeds
Tiny black seeds with a long memory.Peppery. Earthy. Quietly bold.
Scattered over warm bread, folded into lentils,
or steeped into honey for desserts that whisper instead of shout.Used for centuries across ancient kitchens and healing traditions,
they carry flavor, story, and balance in equal measure.Small seed.-Deep roots.Welcome to the world of Nigilla seeds 🐝

China

Szechuan Peppercorn, Green

Green peppercorns are made from dry unripe pepper berries. They have an herbal character with notes of cooling wintergreen and work well in conjunction with other peppercorns. Green Szechuan peppercorns consist of the outer pod of a berry native to China, which when dried has lime acidity and notes of coriander and rose. It pairs well with star anise and ginger. Use for seasoning fish, pork and poultry.

USA

Yuzu Date Zero Waste Paste

Here at SOS Chefs we believe in using the whole product, and minimizing our waste whenever possible. The birth of Zero Waste Paste came from leftover Yuzu from our Yuzu Kosho and Dates from our vinegar making process. We blended these products into a paste with sancho peppercorns, blue Iranian salt, sesame, olive oil, and a little bit of brown sugar to create a salty, tangy, sweet condiment to rub on chicken, turn into a vinaigrette, or eat with your avocado and toast in the mornings.

China

Chinese Five Spice

Ingredients: cinnamon, coriander, fennel, star anise and cloves. Five Spice isn’t just a seasoning—it’s edible philosophy. Born from the idea that food should balance sweet, salty, sour, bitter, and umami, this blend is basically ancient flavor science doing a victory lap. Star anise brings the drama, cinnamon adds warmth, cloves go full intensity, fennel keeps things classy, and Sichuan pepper sneaks in to tingle your tongue like, ‘surprise!’ Together, they create a spice mix that’s less ‘sprinkle casually’ and more ‘respect the ratio.’” Five Spice is about balance and harmony, tied to traditional Chinese concepts (yin–yang, five elements), not just “five random spices thrown together.”

Malaysia

Sarawak Pepper

A Malaysian peppercorn with a sharp peppery taste followed by chocolate and coffee notes. Great with grilled meats, poultry, or Southeast Asian dishes.

USA

Pomegranate Vinegar

Pomegranate vinegar has a sharp sourness followed by a sweet fruitiness that goes well with root vegetables, tomatoes, and grilled meats. All of our house made vinegars use a cider base and the freshest produce around.   Contact us to find the flavor you're looking for!

The Essentials

With everything you need for a well-stocked pantry, this set of essentials serves beginners & avid home cooks alike. Perfect for a housewarming gift or as an introduction to the world of spice.  Included: Cumin Garlic Flakes Turmeric Sweet Paprika Cayenne Herbs de Provence Smoked Soy Sauce Crushed Red Pepper EVOO Champagne Vinegar Grey Sea Salt Tellicherry Peppercorns All products are delivered in SOS Chefs packaging.

Spain

Paprika, Smoked Hot

Hot Paprika is made with spicy dried chili peppers, use it as you would crushed red pepper or cayenne to add a kick of heat to your stews, curries, and soups.

Morocco

Tomato Powder

Made from 100% Moroccan Tomato juice. Add Tomato Powder to juices or smoothies for color and nutritional benefits. It's also a perfect addition to soups, pasta sauces, barbecue rubs and braises for tomato flavor and color.

USA

Elderberry Vinegar

Delicious fruity vinegar. A few drops in carbonated water for a soda or in a cocktail add lots of flavor. All of our house made vinegars are made with a cider base and the freshest produce around.   Contact us to find the flavor you're looking for!

Pakistan

Himalayan Salt

Himalayan Salt is said to be the most pure form of whole salt on Earth. It is never exposed to pollutions, and protected deep within the Himalayans for millions of years to bring you the very best of flavors. It will add amazing flavors to just about anything it touches.

Asian

Soy Sauce Sesame Seeds

Soy sauce soaked sesame seeds add a pop of salty, umami flavor to salads, a piece of fish, or rice dishes.

Middle Eastern

The Queen Spice

Main ingredients: Fennel, burnt lime, ground anise, Aleppo pepper oregano, parsley, smoked paprika, juniper , garlic, cumin, Kampot peppercorns, caraway, coriander, garlic, mountain oregano A blend made for and inspired by the Queen, Chef Ayesha. At Shukette, this earthy and spicy blend is served with a lamb dish. At home, the citrus notes of the spice pair perfectly with lean cuts of red meat, roasted vegetables, or yogurt for a striking and complex sauce. Don't be afraid to brush it on your pita bread with some olive oil. It's delicious and sure to please!

India

Tandoori

Tandoori isn’t a single spice — it’s a storyA warm, smoky blend born in North India, designed for clay ovens (tandoors) and big flavors. Traditionally, it brings together spices like cumin, coriander, garlic, ginger, paprika or Kashmiri chili , and is often mixed with yogurt for marinades that tenderize and perfume food from the inside out. But tandoori doesn’t stop at savory Roasted carrots, cauliflower, or mushroomsTandoori-spiced butter for grilled seafoodEven in pastry: think tandoori shortbread, spiced honey cakes, or chocolate truffles with a whisper of chili and smoke It’s bold, earthy, and nostalgic — the kind of blend that carries heat, color, and memory all at once.  

European

Juniper Berries

Juniper berries are small, bold, and unforgettable. With their piney, citrusy aroma, they’ve been used for centuries across the Mediterranean and Europe—especially in coastal and mountain cooking. I love how they bring depth to fish, game, and slow-cooked dishes, and even a subtle twist to pastries. Beyond flavor, juniper has long been valued for digestion and cleansing benefits. A wild little berry that tastes like forests, sea air, and old stories.Welcome to the world of juniper 🐝

India

SOS Chai Tea

Chai, literally meaning tea in Hindi, is a blend of black tea with sweet spices such as cardamom, cinnamon, black peppercorn, and clove. Usually prepared with milk and sugar in India.

European

Cheddar Cheese Powder

All the delicious cheesy flavor, in powder form. Sprinkle Cheddar Cheese Powder over French fries, popcorn, pretzels, or baked potatoes. Mix it with butter or sour cream as a quick, easy way to create cheese sauce.

Tunisia

Deglet Nour Dates

Just arrived from Tunisia these beauties are plump and delicious. Not too big and not too sweet they have a nutty taste and rich texture that is great alone as a snack as well as stuffed with nuts and butter or included in your shakes and smoothies. 

France

Fine Gray Sea Salt

Loaded with minerals from the settling sea water, this fine sea salt can be the go to for everything.  Fine texture and slightly moist, this salt seasons anything with just a pinch.  Perfect base for flavored salts.

French Polynesia

Vanilla Beans (Tahiti)

These beans are slightly wider than Madagascar and very moist, making them easier to split and scrape. The lower amount of vanillin in these beans showcases subtle floral aromas of sour cherry and clove.

Peru

Aji Amarillo Chili Powder

This thick-skinned, medium spice chili is used often used in Peruvian cuisine with onion and coriander. With notes of mango and passionfruit, it famously lends its sweet hot flavor to ceviche.

France

Dry Orange Blossoms

Famously grown in Southern France, this flower of the orange tree has a sweet, strong aroma. Gently brewed, it makes delicious tea, and can be used in mixed drinks and baking, especially with sweet spices. Dry orange blossoms are also excellent for treating anxiety, insomnia, and indigestion.

USA

Ginger Vinegar

Spicy and refreshing. This vinegar is great in salad dressings that have sesame oil and soy, it also makes a great soda, simply use one teaspoon per glass, and top up with sparkling water. All of our house made vinegars are comprised of a cider base, and the freshest produce around.   Contact us to find the flavor you're looking for!

European

Porcini, Dry

Porcini mushrooms are a rich brown color with hints of yellow. When dried, Porcini mushrooms flavors are actually enhanced and intensified and are a great addition to any meat, pasta, or rice dish.

Mexico

Ancho Chili, Whole

Ancho chilis, which are dried poblanos, are the backbone of Mexican cooking, especially moles. Mild and rich, they have raisin and cranberry sweetness. Use them whole as the base to a deep sauce, or in stews & braised beans.

Brazil

Pink Peppercorns

Pink Peppercorns are not true peppercorns but the dried fruit of the tree Schinus molle in Brazil. With slight notes of rosehip they pair deliciously with dairy, coffee, cardamom, fish, soups, and cooked vegetables. Alternatively, marry them with goat cheese or mozzarella salads.