Spice Club Kit: Khmeli Suneli

February's Spice is Khmeli Suneli! Pickup begins February 1st, 2024 at 10:00 AM throughout the month of February, while supplies last.

Join us for our West Linn Public Library Spice Club. Cooking enthusiasts and novices alike may stop by the library and pick up a Spice Club Kit, which includes a spice sampling and recipes. Participants are asked to use the spice in their cooking at home, and can use the recipes provided to them, find a new recipe online, or replace a spice in a favorite recipe.

Kits will be distributed on a first come first serve basis, and will be located next to the Information Desk on the first floor. 

Khmeli Suneli is a versatile spice blend composed of Indian coriander, fenugreek seed, black pepper, peppermint, paprika, fenugreek leaf, savory, turmeric, basil, cloves, and Indonesian cinnamon. This salt-free blend offers a sweet and savory profile, making it a delightful addition to a variety of dishes, from beans and grains to meats and vegetables. The blend is a staple in Georgian households, often used in traditional dishes such as lobio (bean stew) and kharcho (a hearty meat stew). Each family might have its own version, slightly tweaking the proportions of spices to suit their palate, much like how garam masala varies across Indian households.

Upcoming Spices:

May (2025): Bulgogi Spice