All Spices

Our “Mother” Masala Blend - a.k.a. Garam Masala - is a foundational mix of spices (similar to a Mother Sauce) that is used frequently in South Asian cooking. Ayurvedic medicine suggests that if there is insufficient heat in our body it can become sluggish...

Crafted with care in the lush low ranges of Idukki, Kerala, our alba cinnamon – also known as alba ceylon cinnamon – represents the purest and most delicate form of this ancient spice. Cultivated in the heart of the Western Ghats of India, it...

Our organic rolled alba cinnamon - a.k.a. Ceylon Cinnamon - is cultivated in the low ranges of Idukki, Kerala, located in the heart of the Western Ghats of India. It is harvested and processed using artisanal skills that are slowly being abandoned by "commercial"...

Our organically grown allspice berries - a.k.a. Jamaican Pepper - are cultivated in the low ranges of Idduki, Kerala, located in the heart of the Western Ghats of India. Allspice combines the flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and pepper and thus its name, even...

Bay leaves are the aromatic leaves of the bay laurel tree and are excellent to add a botanical note to rice pilaf, soups, stews, and sauces. Drying them intensifies their aroma and produces enhanced notes of thyme and eucalyptus. They are considered to be...

There are likely as many Barbeque spice rubs as there are aspiring pitmasters around the world. Zaica’s Barbeque Spice Blend is a rich, earthy blend designed to bring depth, heat, and just the right touch of sweetness to your grilling and roasting. At its...

Biryani is an aromatic spiced rice preparation popular in South Asia that features layers of vegetables or meats layered with basmati rice, cooked using the ‘dum’ method. The rice is cooked ‘low and slow’ in a sealed pot that results in perfectly cooked rice...

Sourced from the pristine mountains of Sikkim in the Himalayas, our black cardamom is cultivated on small organic farms where traditional methods are still honored. Known as the “Queen of Spices,” this aromatic gem belongs to the ginger family and has been cherished for...

Our organic Black Himalayan Peppercorns are sustainably grown in the pristine highlands of Manipur, a tribal state nestled in the Himalayas of India. Traditionally, the best black pepper has been sourced from South India, but changing climates have opened new opportunities for cultivating this...

Zaica’s Black Mustard Seeds (a.k.a. Rai) are naturally cultivated in Tipolla - a pristine mountainous area in the Himalayas - by a women’s collective that supports around 3,000 mountain families. Black mustard seeds are nutrient-dense, providing antioxidants, anti-inflammatory compounds, Glucosinolates, Omega-3 fatty acids, magnesium,...

Our Black Salt, also known as Kala Namak, is crafted using an ancient Ayurvedic process. It is made by combining Rajasthani rock salt with Triphala - a blend of three powerful herbs: Amalaki (Indian gooseberry), Haritaki, and Bibhitaki - along with Babul bark. The...

Zaica’s Black Sesame Seeds are grown in Malla Sati Naugaon - a pristine mountainous area in the Himalayas - by a women’s collective that supports around 3,000 mountain families.  The soil in this area is nutrient-rich and the Sesame Seeds are grown in organic,...

Our carom seed, also known as Ajwain, is a highly fragrant and flavorful spice grown at our cousin’s organic farm in Rajasthan, India. A proud member of the Apiaceae family - alongside cumin and fennel - carom ajwain seeds carry a much stronger taste with...

Chaat Masala is a tangy and savory mix of spices that is ubiquitously used in India as a signature flavor in street foods (a.k.a. chaat), fruits, salads, drinks and dips. Add it to popcorn for instant umami. Zaica’s Chaat Masala is freshly ground using...

Did you know that “chai” means “tea” in several tea cultures around the world?   Our Chai Masala Blend  uses a heavenly mix of fragrant protective spices (or masalas) that will warm your soul. This mix includes all the good stuff we include in our...

Chili Garlic Sea Salt is a gourmet seasoning crafted to bring bold flavors straight to your kitchen. The base of this blend is the premium Hawaiian Silver Sea Salt, harvested from the pristine waters off the coast of Molokai, Hawaii. To this natural salt,...

Zaica’s Chinese Five Spice is a time-honored blend of cinnamon, star anise, green Sichuan peppercorns, fennel seeds, and cloves. Each spice represents one of the five elements (wood, fire, earth, metal, and water) and the five flavors of Chinese cooking (sweet, bitter, sour, salty,...

Our cloves are organically cultivated in the high ranges of Idukki, Kerala, located in the heart of the Western Ghats of India. They are tree-ripened and hand-picked with care at peak harvest times to maintain their beautiful golden hue and wonderfully pungent aroma. Cloves...

Our coriander seeds are organically grown by a women’s collective in the Himalayan region of Uttarakhand, India, empowering nearly 3,000 mountain families. These seeds are carefully harvested and sun-dried to preserve their natural aroma and flavor, ensuring you receive the best quality straight from...

Our curry leaves are lovingly grown and harvested by one of our pioneering organic women farms in rural Punjab, India. Harvested from the citrus-related curry tree, this aromatic herb provides depth and a robust flavor to each meal. Rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds,...

Our Dalle Khursani Peppers (red cherry peppers) are grown on a tribal farm in the Himalayan mountainous region of Sikkim in Northeast India. Although this pepper looks like a beautiful dark red cherry pepper, beware of its fiery punch - it is the perfect...

Our Dalle Khursani Peppers are grown on a tribal farm in the Himalayan mountainous region of Sikkim in Northeast India. Although this pepper looks like a beautiful dark red cherry, beware of its fiery punch - it’s a perfect choice for spice lovers and...

Our ginger is harvested at a small organic farm in the mountainous region of Sikkim in the Himalayas after a long growing cycle. Sikkim ginger - because of the higher altitude terrain - is acclaimed worldwide for its characteristic taste, flavor & texture. We...

Discover the refreshing taste and aroma of our dried lemongrass, sourced directly from a small family farm in Sisaket, Thailand. Grown using natural methods, this organic lemongrass is carefully harvested and gently dried to preserve its earthy citrus fragrance and bold flavor. Known for...

Dried Mango, also known as Amchur, is a traditional spice made by drying unripe green mangoes. For centuries, it has been valued in Indian kitchens, especially in North India, for the tangy, sour, and fruity flavor it adds to curries, chutneys, and marinades. Beyond...

Our dried turmeric is harvested with care on small organic farms in the pristine Himalayan region of Sikkim. This state, nestled in Northwest India, became fully organic in 2016 and even won the UN Food and Agriculture Organisation’s Future Policy Gold Award in 2018....

Our turmeric is harvested at a small organic farm in the mountainous region of Sikkim in the Himalayas. Sikkim is a state in Northwest India that went 100% organic in 2016 and won what many regard as the Oscar for best public policies —...

Fennel, also known as saunf, is a flavorful perennial herb in the Apiaceae family alongside cumin and carom seeds. This hardy plant serves as an integral spice in many cuisines - including Italian & Indian - and provides a subtle anise-like flavor.  Our fennel...

Our fenugreek seeds - a.k.a. Methre - are grown at a small organic family farm in Rajasthan, India. Fenugreek in leaf or seed form is a favorite spice in South Asia, where it is used in curries, chutneys, lentil dishes, pickles, and vegetables. The...

Our organic cardamom – the “queen of spices” – is sustainably cultivated in the shade of rainforest trees in the Western Ghats region of South India. It is carefully hand-picked during the monsoon months, just before the pods turn yellow, ensuring optimal flavor, freshness,...

Sourced authentically from the Sichuan province of southwestern China, our Green Sichuan Peppercorns capture the essence of traditional Chinese cooking with their unique mala flavor, known as “numbing-spicy.” Unlike the more common red variety, fresh green Sichuan peppercorns are harvested earlier, which makes them...

You may have heard of Lemon Pepper, but our Hawaiian Lemon Sea Salt is a refreshing twist on that familiar spice blend - and it’s just as beautiful as it is delicious. Crafted by infusing our pure Silver Sea Salt with organically grown lemons...

Discover the unmatched purity and taste of our Hawaiian Silver Sea Salt, harvested fresh from the crystal-clear waters off the coast of Molokai, Hawaii. Unlike ordinary salts, this rare variety is hand-harvested in small batches from an environmentally protected habitat, ensuring it remains pure,...

Our Heritage Cumin is grown on an 11th-generation organic farm in Rajasthan, India, where traditional farming practices and ancient seeds are carefully preserved. This dedication to heritage farming gives our organic heritage cumin its rich aroma, authentic flavor, and unmatched quality. Cumin, or jeera...

Our Heritage Cumin is grown at an 11th generation organic community farm in Rajasthan, India.  Using 11th generation seed, no less! Our farmers claim to love their seed stock as much as their children…almost. Cumin is an ancient spice that’s been found in 4,000-year-old...

Hing, also known as hing asafoetida, is one of the most treasured spices in Indian cooking. Famous for its sharp aroma and onion-like flavor, it has been used in kitchens and Ayurvedic remedies for centuries. Our pure hing is carefully sourced from the resin...

Our Kashmiri chilies, also known as Kashmiri lal mirch, are organically grown on small farms in rural Kashmir, nurtured in pristine Himalayan soil and climate. These chilies are carefully sun-dried in the Himalayan sun, giving them their deep crimson hue and authentic smoky flavor....

‘Life in happy hues’ is a perfect description of this beautiful seasoning. We start with a base of premium silver sea salt, the foundation of which is seawater harvested off the coast of Molokai (Hawaii). Then we add in our beautiful red rose petals...

The base of our Lemon Garlic Sea Salt is our Hawaiian Lemon Salt harvested from pristine seawater off the coast of Molokai, Hawaii. It is carefully crafted by infusing our signature Silver Sea Salt with organically grown lemons and natural lemon extracts to produce...

You may not be able to hit someone on the head with Zaica’s Mace spice but it certainly packs a flavor punch! It is known as “nutmeg’s sister” because it is the outer covering (aril) of the nutmeg fruit. Mace has historically been used...

This super spice is a fine, dried powder made from the leaves of the Moringa oleifera tree.  Our Moringa Powder is grown on a cousin’s organic farm in Rajasthan, India. Moringa Powder is beloved for its health-enriching properties as a "miracle tea" and has...

Zaica’s Nasi Goreng Spice blend is inspired by the beloved Nasi Gorent (a.k.a. fried rice) of Indonesia and Malaysia. Nasi Goreng is considered the national dish of Indonesia and is a beloved comfort food, found on street food carts, food courts, and restaurants across...

Our pomegranate seeds – also known as Anardana – are organically grown by a women’s collective in the pristine hills of Uttarakhand, India, supporting nearly 3,000 mountain families. These naturally cultivated pomegranate seeds are handpicked and carefully dried to preserve their tangy sweetness and...

Our pure za’atar (also known as Syrian oregano) is wild-grown and carefully hand-harvested in the hilly village of Rammun, Palestine – a small community with less than 2,500 people. Sourced from a multi-generational family farm, this herb carries with it centuries of tradition, purity,...

Red Himalayan Sichuan Peppercorns are a prized spice grown in the pristine Himalayan region of Sikkim, locally called Timmur. Unlike the green variety from China, these red Sichuan peppercorns are harvested later, giving them a deeper, bolder flavor with a slightly milder numbing effect....

Our Zaica dried organic rose petals are grown in the pristine valleys of the Himalayas at a small family farm. Hand-picked at peak bloom and sun-dried with care, these dried rose petals preserve the rich color, sweet floral notes, and musky aroma of traditional...

Our saffron - a.k.a. Kesar - is organically grown and hand harvested in Kashmir, India at a 4th generation saffron farm. Each strand of saffron is a dried stigma of the crocus flower and each flower typically has 3 stigmas. It takes about 200,000...

Gather around pescatarians…Zaica’s Seafood Lovers’ Spice is our super-aromatic version of a classic seafood seasoning.  It includes our lemon sea salt, Kashmiri chilies, mustard seeds, white pepper, curry leaves, garlic, mace, cinnamon, allspice, and green cardamom. We left out the kitchen sink. ;-) Whether...

Our Shakkar, a.k.a. Jaggery, is an immensely flavorful sugar born from sugarcane, grown at a cousin’s organic farm in Rajasthan, India. The sugarcane is organically cultivated, hand-juiced, and the juice is slowly boiled in a traditional giant wok (kadhai) over a foxhole wood fire....

Our Smoked Dulse Salt can truly be the secret ingredient in your kitchen, adding depth and character to seafood, vegetables, and so much more. We start with Hawaiian Silver Sea Salt, harvested from the crystal-clear seawater off the coast of Molokai, Hawaii. To this...