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South American

Tonka Beans

The perfume of the Tonka Bean is enormously layered, including notes of vanilla and tobacco. These layers are captured by grating the bean fresh like nutmeg to intensify the flavor of a dish, especially where vanilla might be used. Infuse the Tonka Bean into an oil, simple syrup, or sweet caramel sauce to impart the nutty, sweet flavor into your cocktails, baked goods and beyond.

Iran

Saffron (Iran)

At SOS Chefs we carry the best Saffron from Iran, Morocco, and Spain. Though we recognize other origins, Iranian and Spanish saffron are the premium quality. A few threads in rice, or even water, give a nectar sweetness and intense gold color. Scroll through to see our saffron family (crocus, oil, bouquet, and loose strands).

Italy

Fennel Pollen

Fennel pollen is very popular in Italy where they make fennel pesto or mix it with olive oil for bread. A sweet smelling, very versatile pollen, adds bright bursts of flavor to just about anything, from vegetables to roast chicken. Excellent sprinkled on salads, over pork roast. Especially good for fish such as salmon.

African

Feuille De Brik

Brick dough is ideal for folded pastry pies, triangles and crescent pastries, thanks to their crisp & golden envelope.

Asian

Black Garlic

Rich and mellow.  The taste is nothing like the sharp garlic you eat fresh.  This has aged and gotten sweet with lots of umami flavor. Mash up and add to sauces to give texture and richness.

USA

Turmeric 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 a batch of turmeric pulp left over from the juicing process, we blended this turmeric with ginger, garlic, limequat, salt, coriander, caraway, SOS seven spice, olive oil, and Japanese brown sugar to create a superfood paste packed with heat, salt, spice, and acidity. Use on a piece of chicken or fish, in a rice dish, or spread on a steaming piece of sourdough bread. Feeling sick? Dilute a teaspoon in water and sip the cure all tonic of your dreams.

Asian

Black Cardamom

Black cardamom is dried over an open fire, which is what gives it such a powerful smokey aroma as well as brash and bold taste. Black cardamom pods can be used in soups, chowders, casseroles, and marinades for smoky flavor, much in the way bacon is used.

Iran

Whole Dry Persian Lemons

Lots of citrus flavor.  Can be added whole or crushed up to add to a spice mix.

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.

Bee Pollen

Sweet and earthy.  Bee pollen is full of flavor and nutrients- its what the bees eat. Eat it in your morning oats or yogurt, sprinkle on top of almond butter toast. Bee pollen contains loads of proteins, enzymes, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, the pollens exact nutritional make up depends on what plants the bee was feasting on during the time of harvest. It is a powerful ingredient and has the power to energize you from the inside out.

USA

Aquafaba

Aquafaba, the cooking or soaking liquid from chickpeas, is oftentimes more valuable than chickpeas themselves. It can be whipped into a vegan-friendly meringue, whipped cream, or mousse, or substitute for egg in baked goods. We create our own aquafaba in-house, and bottle it for whipping ease. 

Japan

Yuzu Zest

Yuzu is a rare fruit harvested in Japan and used commonly in Japanese cuisine. Yuzu zest has a delicious, citrus, tart taste and aroma. It is excellent with fish, meat, fruit dishes and in cocktails. Believed a cross between sour mandarin and Ichang papeda.

Asian

Cardamom Seed

Often called the Queen of Spices, cardamom is more than just a flavor — it’s a story, a medicine, and a little enigma.The best cardamom comes from warm, humid regions like India and Guatemala, where the pods are hand-picked and carefully dried. When you open a fresh pod, you release a perfume that’s citrusy, floral, spicy, and slightly sweet — nothing artificial can compare.In the kitchen, cardamom is incredibly versatile:
• It elevates coffee and tea
• Brings depth to desserts and pastries
• Transforms rice, curries, and stews
• Even surprises in savory sauces and marinadesBut cardamom isn’t just about taste.For centuries, it’s been used for its health benefits:And then there’s the mystery.Cardamom has always been associated with luxury, love, and protection. Ancient cultures believed it carried energy, clarity, and even attraction. 
Welcome to the world of cardamom🐝

Asian

Asafoetida Powder

A savory resin extracted from several herbal plants from Iran to India.  When cooked into food, it adds a tremendous savory flavor to vegetarian dishes.  Good reinforcement to vegetable stock.

Iran

Black Persian Lime Powder

Whole limes dried in the sun until black, then ground into a powder that is sour, smoky and deeply aromatic. A cornerstone of Persian and Gulf cooking, it gives stews like ghormeh sabzi their signature tang. Sprinkle it over rice, grilled meats, fish and roasted vegetables, or blend it into rubs.

Asian

Cinnamon Tree Berries

Baie de Cannelier These little fruit of the cinnamon tree are very sweet and warm. Their pointy end makes them a perfect substitute for cloves studded in orange to scent closets and drawers, and they are delicious brewed as tea.

Japan

Wasabi Root Powder

Sharp and spicy at the same time.  This is 100% real Japanese wasabi dried and ground for fresh consistent product.

Japan

Bonito Flakes

Bonito is a tuna that is dried and used for seasoning in Japanese stock (Dashi) and many other base sauces. It can be used as an umami-rich  garnish for salads, fish, and vegetables.

European

Dill Pollen

Highly aromatic and bursting with freshness, this is Dill pollen in its purest and liveliest form. This savory pollen is best used as a dusting for meat.

Indonesia

Mace, Whole

Mace comes from the lacy red covering of nutmeg, dried into a warm, golden spice once worth more than gold. Originating in Indonesia, it shaped trade routes and royal kitchens.In cooking & pastry, mace adds a soft heat — more subtle than nutmeg, with hints of citrus and pepper. Perfect for sauces, cakes, custards, and cozy desserts.Bonus? It’s known to support digestion and overall wellness.Small spice. Big story.Welcome to the world of mace🐝

Mediterranean

Lavender Bunches on Stem

Beautiful decoration for any roasted bird, or candy petals and decorate pastries and cookies.

Latin American

Achiote Paste

Derived from the annatto seeds of the achiote tree found in Mexico and Brazil. Annatto is an orange-red condiment and food coloring. It is often used to impart a yellow or orange color to foods, but sometimes also for its flavor and aroma.

Australia

Acacia Seed Powder

This little seed has a complex aroma of almond and hazelnut. It is delicious with cream, lamb, and pork, and can be added to coffee and chocolate for a soft nuttiness.

Middle Eastern

Mahleb Seeds

Mahleb is the small kernel found inside the pit of the St. Lucie cherry, with a fragrant flavor somewhere between bitter almond and cherry. Grind it fresh for Middle Eastern and Greek breads, cookies and pastries like ma'amoul and tsoureki.

Escargots Shells

What you need for stuffing the canned escargot full of garlic butter.

Asian

White Poppy Seeds

White poppy seeds are used in Indian cooking and add thickness, texture and flavor to sauces. Less sweet than blue poppy seeds, they are also used in lentil and rice dishes.

Asian

Asafoetida Concentrate

A savory resin extracted from several herbal plants from Iran to India.  When cooked into food, it adds a tremendous savory flavor to vegetarian dishes.  Good reinforcement to vegetable stock.