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Za’atar Spice Blend

Cuisine
Difficulty Beginner
Time
Prep Time: 10 min Total Time: 10 mins
Servings 4
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Description

Let's make this classic seasoning that is prominent in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean foods. It is a perfect marriage of dried herbs and toasted sesame seeds along with the vibrant citrus notes of sumac berries. This seasoning blend makes a killer roasted chicken but its versatility is endless.

Ingredients
  • 4 tablespoons sumac
  • 3 tablespoons dried oregano
  • 3 tablespoons dried marjoram
  • 3 tablespoons dried thyme
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds (whole)
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (ground)
Instructions:
  1. Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl and store in an airtight jar until ready to use.

Note
  • If you don't have marjoram then you can use replace it with an equal amount of oregano.
  • Store in an air-tight jar in a cool dry place.
Keywords: seasoning, spice blend, spices, marinades, Mediterranean, homemade, delicious, chicken seasoning, herbs and spices, middle eastern, sumac, za'atar, zaatar
Minnie Jackson
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Hi, I am Kamini Jackson but everyone calls me Minnie. I am mom to a beautiful little boy and I live in Texas with my family. I love traveling, photography, and hanging with my 2 favorite guys.