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Zaatar Spice

Cultural Context

Zaatar spice blend hails from the Middle East, particularly Lebanon, where it is a staple in many households. Traditionally, it is used to season meats, vegetables, and breads, often mixed with olive oil for dipping. Its unique flavor profile, combining herbal, tangy, and nutty notes, has led to its global popularity, inspiring variations and adaptations in cuisines around the world.

LebaneseLBother
10 min
easy
Servings4
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 tablespoons sumac
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon aleppo chili powder
3 tablespoons olive oil

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

sumac

🥗Healthier: lemon zest

💰Cheaper: citric acid

Lemon zest adds acidity while being more accessible.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers a similar flavor with a higher smoke point.

1

Roast sesame seeds in a hot frying pan, stirring constantly until golden.

2

Add 3 tablespoons of dried thyme to the roasted sesame seeds.

3

Add 3 tablespoons of ground coriander to the mixture.

4

Add 2 tablespoons of ground cumin.

5

Add 2 tablespoons of sumac.

6

Add 1 tablespoon of dried oregano.

7

Optionally add salt to taste and 1 teaspoon of aleppo chili powder if desired.

8

Store the za'atar mix in an airtight container.

Spice Level:

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Dietary

veganvegetarianplant-baseddairy-freeegg-freegluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Allergens

sesame

Also Known As

ZaatarZa'atar

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