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Za'atar

by Dawn T in Test Kitchen

This versatile spice mix is very popular in the Middle Eastern cooking. It can be used with many dishes, from meats and veggies to rice and breads.

Serves
1/3 cup
Active Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins

Step 1: Mixing the Spices

Mixing the Spices
  • 1/4 cup sumac
  • 1 tbsp dried thyme
  • 1 tbsp roasted sesame seeds
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano
  • 1 tbsp dried marjoram (optional)
  • 2 tsp kosher salt

Mix together all of the spices and store in an airtight container for several months.

This spice mix can be used like a dry rub or you can add a few tablespoons of quality, extra-virgin olive oil and spread onto pita, vegetables or meat.

Notes

There are many many versions of this spice blend. This one is more of a Lebanese blend due to the addition of sumac.

Sumac is a dark-red burgundy colored spice. It has a unique tart, sour lemon taste. Sumac can be found at Greek and Middle Eastern markets.