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Kozani spice mix

7 years ago

last modified: 7 years ago

I was going through some miscellaneous paperwork yesterday and rediscovered a gift someone sent me. They were either about to go or just back from Greece. Anyone ever used this mix? Suggestions?

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agmss15
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7 years ago

I sprinkled it on a something but it was already seasoned. I meant to try it on plain rice tonight but was invited out to dinner. Tomorrow.

If I like it on rice I will try it on beef next. My sister and BIL just butchered a cow. I bought a variety of steaks. I don’t eat a ton of red meat but occasionally get a craving.

Kate - let me know what you think of their products.

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plllog
7 years ago
Does it say what's in it? I wonder who would put saffron in a blend. It's awfully expensive to store oddly.

Oh! For once something easy to google. This exact thing comes right up. I don't know what to think about the bee pollen and lemon verbena. Generally, I try unfamiliar spices on otherwise plain beef. It tends to bring them out without impinging on the beef if it's the wrong thing or quantity.

Maybe go with their suggestions?

From Curio:

Greek saffron / lemon verbena / bee pollen

Greece is believed to be the ancient botanical origin of saffron. Inspired by the region of Northern Greece now famous for its saffron, this blend is an aromatic combination of herbs and spices that can be used in soups, salad dressings or sauces. Try mixing with fresh lemon juice and spooning over fish or chicken, or toss with vegetables before roasting. Net wt 1.5 oz

Featured on Bobby Flay’s Holiday List 2017!

CONTAINS:

Fennel, lemon peel, bee pollen, lemon verbena, oregano, sage, Greek saffron
Islay Corbel
7 years ago
Don't think there's anything Greek about it, but it's probably delicious. Experiment!
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l pinkmountain
7 years ago
last modified: 7 years ago
Right off the bat, I would put it in chicken soup! Anything with chicken broth, like maybe even stuffing or a braised vegetable. Fine for vegetarian versions of stuff if you don't eat meat. I make mock chicken soup with TVP too.
gardengal48 (PNW Z8/9)
7 years ago
If you Google it, it is suggested to be used in soups or salads, salad dressings, in tzatziki, as a rub or baste for chicken and to toss on veggies before roasting.

It is named for the area in northern Greece famous for its red saffron, some of the best in the world.
Lars
7 years ago
I would add it to rice, just to get an idea of its flavor. I also agree with adding it to chicken or chicken soup.
ci_lantro
7 years ago
last modified: 7 years ago
Sounds yummy. I'd try it on pork chops.
artemis_ma
7 years ago
Yes, sounds very interesting, would love to try it with rice and/or pork first.
CA Kate z9
7 years ago
So, I went to their site and ended up buying several different - to me - mixes of herbs and spices including the Kozani blend. Very interesting combinations.
CA Kate z9
7 years ago
I got the package yesterday and the smell from the box was wonderful. I haven't tried anything yet but here's what I bought:

Kozani Spice

Vermont Thyme

Herbes de Romance

Vaduvan Curry’

Spiced Hot Cocoa

I can't decide what to try first.

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