The best gift for the dad who cooks dinner every night? The spices that make it worth cooking. The Dinner Dad Spice Sets are built around the ingredients that Burlap & Barrel co-founder Ethan Frisch actually reaches for when getting food on the table for his family. Chosen by someone who has spent years sourcing the world's best ingredients and still has to get food on the table before a toddler melts down. The 7-spice set covers the essentials, and the 17-spice set goes deeper for the cook who wants more range.
Whether you're a seasoned home cook or someone who just wants dinner to taste better without a lot of effort, these sets are a shortcut to a more flavorful kitchen. Each spice or blend is carefully sourced and selected because it genuinely earns its place on the counter.
7-spice set:
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An aromatic homage to the trade winds across the Indian Ocean, our golden Swahili Coast Curry is descended from thousands of years of culinary exchange. The spices in this Origin Blend were grown in an organic agroforestry system and then dried, ground and blended by our partner cooperative.
Ingredients:Cumin, coriander, garlic, turmeric, black pepper, fenugreek, fennel, ginger, cardamom
Heat index: No heat
Size: 2.1 oz
Origin:Stone Town, Zanzibar
Process:Sun-dried, ground and blended
- Use as a rub for meat and vegetables for roasting
- Simmer in coconut milk for stews
- Bloom in oil or ghee to start cooking a fragrant dish
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Our rich, sweet Smoked PimentΓ³n Paprika comes from a protected region in Western Spain, where sweet red peppers have been grown and smoked for centuries. Fresh peppers are slowly dried over oak coals, which imbue them with a rich, smoky flavor that imparts a savory depth and gorgeous color.
Ingredients:Pimentón de la vera DOP (Capsicum annuum)
Heat index: No heat
Size: 1.8 oz
Origin:Extremadura, Spain
Process:Smoked & dried over oak coals, then stone-ground
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- Sprinkle over popcorn for a savory, smoky bite
- Mix with salt, ground cumin and coriander for a savory seasoning or dry rub
- Add to your favorite classic Spanish paella recipe
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A floral, warming golden milk blend made with Herati saffron and single origin spices. Elevates lattes, stews and baked goods with real depth and color.
Ingredients:New Harvest Turmeric, Cinnamon Verum, Buffalo Ginger, Cloud Forest Cardamom, Zanzibar Black Peppercorns, and Herati Saffron.
Size: 2.0 oz
- Whisk into milk for a saffron golden latte
- Stir into rice, stews or soups for floral warmth
- Add to baked goods, oatmeal or yogurt
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Our Granulated Garlic is made from heirloom Purple Stripe Garlic grown in northern Vietnam, with a rich, buttery flavor and a satisfying texture. Perfect for rubs, dressings and everyday cooking, it adds depth and warmth to any dish.
Ingredients:Garlic, granulated (Allium sativum)
Size: 2.4 oz
Origin:Cao BαΊ±ng, Vietnam
Process:Hot air-dried, then coarsley ground
- Toss with olive oil and breadcrumbs for a deeply flavorful garlic topping for pasta or baked fish
- Mix into yogurt or sour cream with herbs for an easy, flavorful dip or sandwich spread
- Add to pizza dough or focaccia before baking for a savory, aromatic crust
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Herbes de Provence is an iconic blend of hardy, aromatic herbs and a cornerstone of French cooking. Unlike every other product in the US, ours is truly grown and blended in Provence itself, by a cooperative of farmers who cultivate organic heirloom herbs and craft a perfectly balanced, traditional mΓ©lange. Add to tomato sauces, roasts, pan sauces and any other dish for a boost of savory, fragrant aromatics.
Ingredients:Rosemary, savory, oregano, thyme
Size: 0.8 oz
Origin:Provence, France
Process:Dried and blended
- Rub on proteins before braising or baking
- Sprinkle over fresh tomatoes with good olive oil and bake, then eat with crusty bread
- Coat potatoes in a mixture of olive oil and salt, then add herbs and bake or pan-fry
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Black Mineral Salt (commonly called kala namak) is a classic ingredient in many South Asian dishes and is used in the practice of Ayurveda. The salt is mined in the Himalayas and fired in a kiln at extremely high temperatures, hot enough to melt the salt and give it a scorched black color. The heat changes the chemical composition, bringing out its beloved savory, tart and eggy aroma and flavor.
Ingredients:Kiln-fired salt
Size: 2.5 oz
Origin:Uttar Pradesh, India
Process:Kiln-fired
- Use to make a vegan tofu scramble
- Add to beans, stews and chilies
- Use in place of salt in noodle, rice and lentil dishes
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Our savory, funky Fermented White Peppercorns are highly prized in Indonesia but rarely found in the US. They add a deep umami flavor and funk to everything they touch. They're grown on a family farm on the island of Bangka by a farmer named Pak Sugiri and his son, Ilham. The peppercorns are picked fresh and fermented according to traditional methods.
Ingredients:Fermented white peppercorns (Piper nigrum)
Size: 2.5 oz
Origin:Bangka Island, Indonesia
Process:Fermented in a stream, then washed and sun-dried
- Substitute for black peppercorns where you want a funky kick
- Grind over seafood dishes (especially good in crab cakes)
- Add to blended vegetable soups, like potato or cauliflower soups
The 17-Spice Set Includes Everything in the 7-Spice Set Plus:
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Our uncommonly delicate Herati Saffron threads have aΒ beautiful delicate floral flavor, golden color and warm, honeyed fragrance reminiscent of dried roses and fresh hay. The threads are pulled carefully from the flower, leaving a characteristic flame-colored tail. Saffron is a key element in sweet and savory cuisines from the Mediterranean to South Asia.
Ingredients:Whole saffron threads (Crocus sativa)
Size: 0.5 g
Origin:Herat, Afghanistan
Process:Sun-dried
- Steep a few threads in warm water when making crunchy baked rice
- Add a pinch of threads when making paella
- Fold into buttery bread, cake or cookie doughs
- Steep in cream for a rich pasta sauce
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Our exceptionally sweet, floral New Harvest Turmeric is grown organically on a farm in southern India by Dr. Salunkhe, an expert farmer specializing in sustainable agricultural techniques. Its high curcumin content (4%) makes it ideal for both culinary and nutritional uses, and it's perfect for both sweet and savory applications, in curries and other dishes, as well as in turmeric teas and lattes.
Ingredients:Ground turmeric (Curcuma longa)
Size: 1.9 oz
Origin:Satara, India
Process:Sun-dried
- Blend into a hearty soup or stew
- Mix into sweet or savory doughs for a vibrant color and earthy flavor
- Sprinkle into rice dishes
- Use as a marinade for tofu or other light proteins
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Our Purple Stripe Garlic powder adds depth and complexity to everything it touches. The powder can be used in place of fresh garlic, or as an upgrade to standard garlic powder. Add it to tomato sauces, stews, salad dressings or simply sprinkle it onto stir-fries or pizza.
Ingredients:Garlic, ground (Allium sativum)
Size: 3.0 oz
Origin:Cao BαΊ±ng, Vietnam
Process:Hot air-dried, then ground
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- Add to onion, carrots and celery as a flavor base for sauces, stews, braises or beans
- Toss into meat and veggie rubs, stir fries and salad dressings
- Sprinkle over reheated pizza
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Our Wild Mountain Cumin has a savory, penetrating aroma and bright, umami flavor evocative of grilled meats and sweet caramelized onions. The tiny, oblong seeds are hand-picked by foragers in the Hindu Kush mountains of Afghanistan. The seeds are smaller and softer than the cumin you may be used to, and they do not need to be ground before use.
Ingredients:Whole wild cumin (Bunium persicum)
Size: 1.5 oz
Origin:Badakhshan, Afghanistan
Process:Sun-dried
- Bloom seeds in hot oil or ghee and use as the base for stews, curries or braises
- Grind seeds and mix with other spices like coriander and black pepper for a savory protein rub
- Mix whole seeds into guacamole, vinaigrettes or yogurt-based spreads
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Bright, tart Alphonso mango powder grown in Devgad, India. Sun-dried and ground from prized green mangoes, it adds citrusy tropical lift to savory and sweet dishes.
Ingredients:Alphonso mango, unripe (Mangifera indica v. Alphonso), salt (<0.1%)
Size: 2.0 oz
Origin:Devgad, India
Process:Salted, sun-dried, then ground
- Sprinkle over roasted vegetables or grilled chicken
- Add to fruit salads or yogurt for tangy lift
- Stir into chutneys, marinades or salad dressings
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Smoky and complex, this chili adds layered flavor to moles, stews and slow-cooked dishes. Ideal for creating rich, comforting meals.
Ingredients:Pasilla chilis (capsium annum)
Heat index: Medium
Size: 1.9 oz
Origin:Guanajuato, Mexico
Process:Sun-dried & ground
- 1 whole pasilla chili = 1 Tbsp powder
- Stir into black mole, barbacoa or rich stews for smoky-sweet complexity.
- Add to salad dressings, sauces or bean dishes for a touch of cocoa and dried fruit richness.
- Sprinkle into mac and cheese or roasted root vegetables for gentle heat and dept
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Our Five Spice is an ancient, aromatic, versatile blend beloved across East Asia. Called NgΕ© Vα» HΖ°Ζ‘ng in Vietnamese and δΊι¦η² 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, cloves, black pepper, coriander
Size: 1.8 oz
Origin:Hanoi, Vietnam
- 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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Our Everything Bagel Crunch takes the iconic New York blend to a new level β whole seeds, crunchy pearl salt and the warm complexity of caraway and cumin, sourced from five countries. The ultimate everyday finishing seasoning for texture, flavor and instant satisfaction.
Ingredients:Sesame Seeds, Small Pearl Salt, Blue Poppy Seeds, Granulated Garlic, Minced Onion, Zanzibar Black Peppercorns, Crescent Caraway, Wild Mountain Cumin
Size: 2.6 oz
- Shake a generous pinch of Everything Bagel Crunch over scrambled or fried eggs straight from the pan
- Stir a heaping teaspoon into sour cream, Greek yogurt or labneh and serve with pita, crackers or sliced cucumbers
- Press a layer of Everything Bagel Crunch onto the flesh side of a salmon fillet or chicken thigh before roasting
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Our award-winning, vine-ripened Zanzibar Black Peppercorns are carefully hand-picked and sun-dried for a bright, lemony and spicy peppercorn that's unlike anything else on the planet. These are rich, chocolate-colored peppercorns with dense wrinkles and a bright, fruity spiciness.
Ingredients:Whole black peppercorns (Piper nigrum)
Size: 2.0 oz
Origin:Zanzibar, Tanzania
Process:Sun-dried
- Grind over everything for a bright, peppery kick
- Make the best cacio e pepe of your life
- Cook a few tablespoons with butter, shallots and cream for an Au Poivre sauce
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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 (6% by weight)
Size: 2.3 oz
Origin:Gaziantep, Turkey
Process:Chopped, then packed in salt and cured
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- 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.
