Let’s face it–it’s winter. It’s cold outside and, in some places, it’s even freezing. But there is some good news if you don’t like the cold: IT’S SOUP TIME!!!

That’s right folks–nothing warms the cockles of one’s heart more than a nice big bowl of soup. Earlier this week, I tried the Sadaf Soup Mix and it was delicious. To use this product all you need to do is add 5 cups of chicken broth (or 5 cups of water and some chicken soup base), bring to a boil, cover and let simmer for 45-60 minutes.

The lentils, barley and rice create a pleasant and hearty texture for this soup. Try adding cooked chicken, beef or sausage to make this soup more substantial. Don’t forget soup is an easy way to sneak in some of those vegetables that the children or husband won’t usually eat (not to mention soup is healthy and low in fat).

With a salad or a piece of lavash for dipping, this soup is a meal unto itself. So next time you consider opening a can of soup to feed your family, remember that nothing is better than homemade — so get some Sadaf Soup Mix today!

3 January 2010 | Items | No Comments

Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar are a great combination. Here at Kalamala, we sell great tasting, Italian imported, Massimo brand Organic and regular extra virgin olive oil. The taste is amazing and can be used for cooking, frying, baking or even a simple salad dressing.

Here is where our famous Massimo Balsamic Vinegar comes in.

Take 2 Parts Massimo Vinegar
Take 1 Part Massimo Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Add Salt
Add Pepper
A dash of Dijon Mustard

VOILA: You have your very own Balsamic Vinaigrette

For those of you who are health conscious, our Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil is great tasting and incredibly.

Not only are you saving money on our great prices but you are watching your weight with the holiday season behind you.

Click Here!

2 January 2010 | Items | No Comments

Happy New Year to our customers here at Kalamala. Thank you for your loyal customer service and we hope you will continue to come back anytime you need products for your home.

We have amazing food items, recipes, seasonings, bread and even kitchenware. If you are looking for a last minute gift this holiday season, we have gift cards and books at just the click of a button.

Our specials are better than ever, so come and shop the New Year with us.

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

1 January 2010 | Items | No Comments

One of my earliest memories in the kitchen was wrapping dolma with my mother and grandmother. “Roll them carefully!” my grandmother used to say, while we filled grape leaves with a mixture of rice, beef and spices.

Today, I carry on the traditions my grandmother and mother passed to me. During the holidays I make these wonderful presents wrapped in grape leaves for my entire family. Here at Kalamala.com we promote family customs; therefore, we have a variety of grape leaves to choose from so that you too can have your own dolma wrapping traditions. And if you are not so inclined to make them yourselves, we also offer a variety of pre-made dolma for you to choose from.

Ingredients
500 gr. Ground Beef
2 Chopped Onions
2 cups Basmati Rice
cup Yellow Split Peas (for quick cooking)
2 oz. Dolma Herb Mixture
cup White Vinegar
2 tablespoons Sugar
1 teaspoon Turmeric 8 Oz.
cup Grapeseed Oil
Salt and Pepper
Directions

1. Dissolve sugar in vinegar.
2. Boil rice in one liter of water until slightly cooked, then drain the water and let it cool.
3. Boil split peas in half a liter of water until cooked, then drain the water.
4. Fry onions in oil until golden.
5. Add meat to onions and fry until changes color.
6. Add turmeric, salt and pepper and cook for 15 minutes, turn off the heat and mix them

22 December 2009 | Items | No Comments

Don’t know what to get your friends or family for the holidays? Do you have a friend who already has everything? Or a really picky family member?

How about a Kalamala Gift Certificate? From the Ceylon Orange Peoke that you cannot find in your local supermarket to a Koubideh Skewers 4 piece set, the Kalamala Gift Certificates can be used on any of our fine products. The Kalamala Gift Certificates come in $10, $25 and $50 denominations. For the perfect holiday gift, give a Kalamala Gift Certificate to all your friends and family!

21 December 2009 | Items | No Comments

The holidays are a time for the three f’s: family, friends and food. If there is one time of the year that is packed with flavor, it is the winter and Kalamala.com is the perfect place to buy all of your holiday needs.

Whether it is chicken, fish or beef kabob seasonings, we have everything you need in terms of recipes, ingredients and ready made foods that will make you holiday meal that much more enjoyable.

Check it out today.

17 December 2009 | Items | No Comments

Whether Torshi or Shoor, the pickle is generally overlooked in the culinary world. Few food items can offer the same salty, briny, garlicly, sweet and savory flavor that a pickle can provide. From hamburgers to kabobs, pickles are delicious with so many things.

Pickles are not just condiments and accoutrements anymore; they are also a delicious snack. If you are watching your figure, a pickle is a low calorie savory snack. So the next time you are craving a bag of salty chips, grab a pickle instead; I guarantee that one of our many varieties of Torshi or Shoor pickles will satisfy your savory and salty snack craving.

16 December 2009 | Items | No Comments

With or without pits, dates are a sign of prosperity and wealth. They are a quick, healthy and easy snack, appetizer or dessert. Dates are also good source of potassium.

Don’t overlook the versatility of the date fruit. Try them stuffed with nuts, drizzled with honey or in Adas Polow, one of our featured recipes under California Fancy Dates.

Or how about a deliciously satisfying, and relatively low fat Date Shake:

• 1 cup nonfat yogurt
• 1 cup nonfat milk
• 1 cup of our California Fancy Dates, pitted
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups ice cubes

Purée yogurt, milk, dates, and vanilla in blender until smooth. Add ice cubes; puree until mixture is thick and smooth. Divide between 2 glasses and serve.

This recipe will satisfy your milk shake craving without adding on the extra pounds. If you’re not watching your figure, try substituting vanilla ice cream for the yogurt and vanilla extract. So pick up some of our California Fancy Dates today!

15 December 2009 | Items | No Comments

Bread is a classic food source that people around the world enjoy for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Breakfast is an important meal and the best way to stimulate your body for the day is to have a small meal.

In Middle Eastern culture, bread is used for many facets but a popular one is for breakfast with honey, butter, feta cheese and a steaming hot cup of tea. You can substitute butter for margarine and feta with fat free cheese but remember that a little goes a long way. Both cheese and butter have strong tastes, so you don’t need to drench your bread with additives.

We have pita, lavash, Armenian cracker bread, Nan and much more. The holidays are coming soon, so click here and stock up today!

14 December 2009 | Items | No Comments

At Kalamala, we have great products on special everyday. Whether its tea, cookies, rice cookers or skewers, we offer specials of up to 20% off of our popular items.

This week we are having special prices on our teas. Whether you enjoy a steaming cup of Earl Grey or some Cardamom flavored tea, we have popular brands on sale for 15% off.

But teas aren’t our only items on special. We also have Yellow Rock Candy, Shilton Tuna Fish, dried mulberries and many more of your favorite items.

Click here for our specials and come back every week to see what new items are available.

10 December 2009 | Items | No Comments