CUMIN-FLAVORED SALT

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This easy-to-make cumin-flavored salt is traditionally served with Moroccan roast lamb, but it's good on just about everything, even fried eggs. It tastes best freshly made, but will keep for about a month in a closed container.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     condiments

Time 10m

Yield About 1/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/4 cup medium-coarse or flaky sea salt
Pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
Pinch cayenne or hot paprika (optional)

Steps:

  • Toast cumin seeds in a dry skillet over medium-high heat until fragrant and lightly colored, about 1 minute. Grind very coarsely in a mortar or spice mill. Combine in a bowl with salt and stir together. Add red pepper flakes or cayenne, if using.

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