Best Zaatar Or Zahtar Spice Mix Of Jordan Syria Lebanon Recipes
LEBANESE ZAATAR SPICE BLEND RECIPE
Zaatar is a fine aromatic spice blend, fresh, tangy and nutty. Prepare this Lebanese zaatar from scratch and use on various foods (see in the post for zaatar uses) or double the recipe to make a bigger batch and store in airtight containers.
Provided by Helene Dsouza
Categories Condiment
Time 5m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place the Sesame seeds into a small pan and dry toast the sesame seeds until you can smell them toasting or see them popping up. Keep aside to cool.
- In a mortar and pestle add the thyme, savory, marjoram, and sumac. Pound all the ingredients until well mixed and you can smell the spice blend forming.
- In a small bowl or container combine the previously pound ingredient mixture with the sesame seeds and salt.
- Store in an airtight container until further use.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 7 kcal, Sodium 291 mg, ServingSize 1 serving
HOMEMADE TRADITIONAL LEBANESE ZAATAR MIX
A simple, authentic Lebanese Zaatar Spice Blend (za'atar) - an earthy, herby savory Middle Eastern spice blend for a variety of dishes
Provided by Samira
Categories DIYs
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Rinse the fresh oregano stems, pat dry them, and then arrange them onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper or on the tray of a dehydrator.
- When using the oven,bake at 165ºF/75ºC for about 1 hour in the center of the oven. Keep a close eye on the drying process so that the leaves don't burn (as the temperature is higher than a dehydrator). Check on the leaves in about 30-45 minutes. If they feel dry and crumble easily, they have been dried/dehydrated enough. If not, keep them in the oven longer, checking every 5-10 minutes.When using a dehydrator,dehydrate at 105º/40ºC for 1-4 hours (timing depends on the initial freshness of the leaves). Check them after 1.5 hours. If they feel dry and crumble easily, they've been dehydrated enough. If not, keep them longer, checking periodically. You could also dry them in a well-ventilated spot but this could take at least a few days, even weeks.
- Once the oregano has dried out, leave it to cool down completely.
- Grind it to a fine powder.
- Toast the sesame seeds in a dry pan (don't add oil) over medium heat. Stir constantly so the seeds don't burn on one side. It's enough to toast them for about 4-5 minutes. Let the sesame seeds cool down before mixing the spice blend.
- Next, mix all the herbs/spices. You can stir them in a bowl or directly in the jar you plan to store them in.
- Cover the jar and store in your cupboard or another cool dry place. You can also keep it in the fridge. The Lebanese zaatar spice mix keeps for 6 months (or even longer).
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 tsp, Calories 9 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Sodium 44 mg, Fiber 1 g
ZA'ATAR OR ZAHTAR - SPICE MIX OF JORDAN, SYRIA, LEBANON
Entered for safe-keeping. From June 2012 Vegetarian Times. Lemony from sumac, grassy from thyme and oregano, nutty from sesame... perfect served with olive oil and bread for dipping. Sumac powder is available at Greek grocers and online; in a pinch, most people substitute lemon zest, but sumac is not as tart.
Provided by KateL
Categories Lebanese
Time 3m
Yield 1/2 cup
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients in small bowl. Store in airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.6, Fat 20.1, SaturatedFat 3.3, Sodium 21.5, Carbohydrate 31.3, Fiber 16.6, Sugar 0.9, Protein 9.8
ZA'ATAR
Za'atar is the name for both a traditional Middle Eastern seasoning blend and the pungent green herb that gives the blend its intense, earthy character. The hardy herb, which grows wild, tastes like a combination of oregano, marjoram, summer savory and thyme - all of which can be used as substitutes if dried za'atar isn't available. As with all spice blends, recipes vary widely depending on the region and the cook, but this one, adapted from Lior Lev Sercarz of La Boîte in New York, includes ground sumac berries for acidity, toasted sesame seeds for their rich, earthy notes, and a little salt as well. Za'atar can be used in marinades for grilled or roasted poultry or meats, mixed into dips, salads and egg dishes, or set on the table to be sprinkled on dishes as a bright and herby condiment.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories easy, condiments
Time 10m
Yield 1/3 cup
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place a small skillet over medium heat. Add the sesame seeds to the skillet and toast, stirring, until fragrant, 2 to 4 minutes. Pour into a small bowl and set aside to cool.
- Using a spice grinder, clean coffee grinder, or mortar and pestle, ground the za'atar leaves with the sumac and salt. Add to the bowl with toasted sesame and mix well. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year.
HOMEMADE ZA'ATAR
This za'atar spice recipe is easy to make at home from scratch with just four ingredients. While in Lebanon wild thyme is used, regular thyme from the supermarket or your garden makes a fine substitute. Za'atar refers both to the thyme plant itself, as well as this spice mix.
Provided by Serena
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Middle Eastern Lebanese
Time 8m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Toast sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat until just golden, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Combine sesame seeds, thyme leaves, sumac, and salt in a bowl and stir until well combined.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 29.4 calories, Carbohydrate 1.8 g, Fat 2.3 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 194.7 mg
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