Za'atar Spice Blend
A fragrant Middle Eastern seasoning blend combining herbs, sesame, and sumac, Za’atar is versatile and deeply aromatic. Traditionally sprinkled over flatbreads with olive oil, it also enhances meats, roasted vegetables, dips, and salads with its nutty, tangy essence. A versatile Levantine spice blend of thyme, sumac, sesame, and salt—perfect for sprinkling, dipping, or marinating.
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Print PinServings: 4 Servings
Calories: 52kcal
Cost: £3.00
Equipment
- 1 Frying Pan
- 1 Mixing Bowl
- 1 Spice Grinder or Morter & Pestle
Ingredients
- 20 g Dried Thyme leaves only ¾ oz
- 20 g Ground Sumac ¾ oz
- 20 g Toasted Sesame Seeds lightly golden ¾ oz
- 10 g Dried Oregano crumbled ⅓ oz
- 5 g Dried Marjoram, optional crushed (scant ¼ oz)
- 5 g Fine Sea Salt or to taste scant ¼ oz
Instructions
- Lightly toast the sesame seeds in a dry pan over medium heat until golden and aromatic, then set aside to cool.
- In a bowl, combine the dried thyme, sumac, oregano, marjoram, and sea salt. Add the cooled sesame seeds and mix thoroughly.
- For a finer texture, pulse the blend briefly in a spice grinder or mortar and pestle, leaving some sesame seeds whole for texture.
- Store in an airtight jar away from light and heat for up to three months.
- Use as a dry rub for meats, mixed with olive oil as a dip, or sprinkled on hummus, labneh, or freshly baked breads.
Nutrition
Calories: 52kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 489mg | Potassium: 115mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 334IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 208mg | Iron: 9mg
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