Za'atar Recipe: Middle Eastern Spice Mixture

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Za'atar Recipe: Middle Eastern Spice Mixture

From Saad Fayed, Your Guide to Middle Eastern Food.

 

 

Za'atar to Middle Eastern cooking is like what Essence is to Emeril.

Za'atar is a spice blend that is so versatile! It can be used on

veggies, rice and breads. And, yes, it has been known to make me yell

" Bam! " every once in a while.

 

 

1/4 cup sumac

2 tablespoons (6 tsp) thyme

1 tablespoon (3 tsp) roasted sesame seeds

2 tablespoons (6 tsp) marjoram

2 tablespoons (6 tsp) oregano

1 teaspoon coarse salt

 

 

1. Grind the sesame seeds in food processor or with mortar and pestle.

 

2. Add remaining ingredients and mix well.

 

3. Store za'atar in a cool, dark place in a plastic zip bag or in an

airtight container.