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High-quality spice blends with recipes to create authentic ethnic dishes at home

10/01/2025

As I write this, my heart is full of gratitude. When The Spice Collective began, it was a dream built on a love for flavor, food, and community. Together, we’ve shared recipes, sparked creativity in the kitchen, and connected with customers across the country who believe in the power of good spices.

Because of you, we’ve:
- Offered our products in 15 retail markets around Oregon
- Helped families and cooking enthusiasts make home cooked Indian meals in their homes around the country
- Built amazing connections within the food and beverage space
- Fulfilled our mission of being a not-only-for-profit company by giving back to an important cause
Every milestone was possible because of your encouragement and support.

After much reflection, I’ve decided to press pause on The Spice Collective. At this time, I don’t have the space to give this business the care and energy it deserves. While this is a bittersweet moment, it’s not goodbye forever — just a break. I hope to return in the future with new energy and inspiration.

From the bottom of my heart: thank you for believing in The Spice Collective, for inviting our spices into your homes, and for being part of this journey. If you’d like to stay connected, please follow along on Instagram or Facebook and I hope to share updates on what’s next.

With gratitude,
Poonam
Founder, The Spice Collective

06/17/2024

Whipping up some delicious Pav Bhaji with a twist using the amazing pav bhaji spice blend from ! 🌿🍅🥔 This vegetarian delight is bursting with flavors and perfect for any meal.

INGREDIENTS

1 tbsp oil
2 tbsp butter, divided
1 large white or yellow onion, finely chopped
1 tbsp garlic, crushed
1 tbsp ginger, grated
1 red or green bell pepper, chopped
3 roma tomatoes, chopped
2 large potatoes, peeled and chopped
1 cup cauliflower, chopped
1 medium carrot, chopped
¾ cup green peas
1 cup of water
2 tbsp Pav Bhaji Masala by The Spice Collective
2 tsp salt
2 tbsp tomato paste
Accompaniments

⅓ cup cilantro, chopped
2 limes, quartered
½ red onion, finely diced
Dinner rolls or buns, sliced
Butter
DIRECTIONS

Instant Pot Method
1. Using the “Saute” setting on the Instant Pot, heat oil and 1 tbsp butter. Add chopped onion, garlic, ginger, and bell pepper. Saute until the onion is translucent.
2. Add tomatoes, potatoes, cauliflower, carrot, peas, salt, water, and Pav Bhaji Masala. Mix well to incorporate the ingredients and spices.
3. Close and lock the Instant Pot lid, set to “High Pressure” for 6 minutes.
4. Once the timer goes off, press “Cancel”, allow steam to release naturally for 10 minutes then manually release remaining steam by opening the vent, remove lid.
5. Select the “Saute” setting, using a potato masher, mash the veggie and spice mixture (bhaji). Add tomato paste and 1 tbsp butter, stir well to incorporate.
6. Loosely cover the pot with lid to avoid spattering, after 5 minutes stir to ensure the bhaji doesn’t stick to the bottom. If the bhaji looks a little watery, cover the pot and let the bhaji cook for another 5 minutes, add additional salt or spice blend to taste. Turn off Instant Pot and add chopped cilantro.
7. Heat a pan or griddle over high heat, spread butter on both sides of the buns (pav), decrease heat to medium, toast buns on both sides until brown.
8. Serve bhaji on a plate, with toasted buns. Top bhaji with a squeeze of lime and chopped red onion.

05/08/2024

🌶️Masala Dabba (DUH-buh)✨
A beautifully crafted stainless steel box for storing your favorite spices, keeping them fresh and easily accessible. The quintessential tool in every South Asian family’s kitchen.
We know it’s not practical or easy to find all of these spices, which is why we offer our all-in-one Indian spice blends - mixed precisely to create your favorite Indian dishes at home 💕

03/11/2024

💡Looking for a fun team building activity to do with your work team or other small group?? We offer cooking classes using our collection of spice blends! You provide the place and the people and we help with all the rest!
🖥️Virtual options available

Here is what one of our corporate clients has to say:

“I worked with Poonam to organize a dinner and cooking class for 11 teammates. Poonam was amazing to work with. She was fast efficient super organized and gave us step-by-step instructions, and directions on making the event an excellent and memorable experience for all! Highly recommend The Spice Collective, the food was scrumptious and everyone raves about it!” - Balbinder B.

03/07/2024

✨With so many new followers here I wanted to introduce myself to you all! I’m Poonam, the founder of The Spice Collective. When I started this brand just over 3 years ago, my goal was to remove the barriers associated with making fresh Indian food at home.

Entrepreneurship is in my blood and I am so grateful to be growing a company that involves something I am so passionate about - cooking and sharing food with others.

The idea of starting a company with the goal of simplifying Indian food really excited me, I am always looking for easier ways to do things and knew that all the barriers I was running into when learning to make Indian food were common barriers faced by many others who enjoy Indian cuisine and want to make it at home - Do I have the right ingredients? Where can I find the freshest spices? Is this dish supposed to taste like this? What does “eyeball it” really measure up to?!

With some guidance and encouragement from my family, I decided it was time to build something of my own. Starting and growing The Spice Collective has been a challenging yet gratifying experience. As I continue to share my passion and culture with you all I am so blessed to have support and love from so many of you!

♥️
Poonam

03/06/2024

We’re proud to offer our products at many of Oregon’s finest markets and grocery stores! Check us out and support small and local businesses! 🛒🛍️

11/23/2023

Wishing you and your families a very Happy Thanksgiving!! 🙏🏽🦃🍽️🍁🥧

11/04/2023

🪔Give the gift of spice this Diwali season!🪔

09/19/2023

📣Get a FREE sample of one our blends! Just pay shipping and you’ll be on your way to quick and delicious Indian meal in no time!

📣Launching Monday 9/25!

09/05/2023

Today is world samosa day!

Samosas are savory triangular pastry that are deep fried (or baked!) to perfection and usually accompanied by mint cilantro chutney and a sweet and tangy chutney made of tamarind and dates.

Would you like to see a Samosa Masala blend??

07/18/2023

A smoky blend of spices to create the perfect marinade for Tandoori Chicken, Paneer, or Vegetables.

1. Mix up a little yogurt, grated garlic and our Tandoori Masala
2. Add in your chicken/veggies/paneer
3. Marinate and grill!

Effortlessly achieve the flavors of a traditional clay oven at home in 15 minutes of cook time!

Recipe link in bio ⬆️

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Portland, OR
97086-97299

Website

http://www.thespicecollective.co/

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