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Homemade Zahtar - Capture the Authentic Flavours of the Middle East
July 24, 2013

Homemade Zahtar - A Traditional Mix of Spices and Herbs For Middle East Flavours


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Contents:

1. Spice Mix Of The Month "Homemade Zahtar"

2. How to Toast and Grind Spices

3. Facebook

4. Books

5. Build Your Own Website

Homemade Zahtar

Zahtar is a classic Middle Eastern mix of spices and herbs used as a general seasoning or infused in olive oil for use as a spread or dip for bread.

Ingredients: (makes 8-9 tbsp)

5 tbsp sesame seeds
3 tbsp ground sumac
2 tbsp dried thyme
1 tbsp dried oregano
1 tbsp coriander seeds (cilantro)
1 tbsp dill tips
2 tsp sea salt

tbsp = tablespoon
tsp = teaspoon

Directions:

  • Dry toast the coriander and sesame seeds for a few minutes over a medium heat whilst stirring or shaking the pan. When you can smell the nutty aromas and they start to darken, they're ready to grind. (See below for tips on toasting and grinding spices)

  • Remove from the pan and let them cool

  • Add to your grinder and grind them with the dill and salt

  • Add to a bowl and mix in the sumac, thyme and oregano

    Store in an airtight jar out of direct sunlight and use within 3 months.

    Click to see other mixes and blends on my site.



    How to Toast and Grind

    A few people have asked how I toast and grind whole spices. It's really very easy...

  • Over a medium heat add your spices to a dry pan

  • Whilst stirring or shaking the pan; toast for a few minutes

  • When they start to darken and you can really smell their aromas, they're ready

  • Remove from the heat and let cool before grinding

    For photos of this simple process, Click here.



    Facebook Page

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    My Spice Mix Book



    Here's a link to my recipe book for making homemade spice mixes and blends.

    It has 50 recipes ranging from the basic to fairly complex.

    Just a few of the recipes you'll find within...

    A Collection of BBQ Rubs
    Cajun, Creole and Taco Seasonings
    Curry Powder and Garam Masala Blends
    Pumpkin and Pudding Spice Recipes
    Mulling and Pickling Spice Mixes
    Recipes For Dry rubs
    Blends From China, India, US, Africa and Europe

    Comes complete with 4 bonus books all written by me!



    The Ultimate Guide to a Delicious Backyard BBQ

    By Oscar Orillia



    Here's a link to a BBQ book I recommend.



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    Until Next Week,

    Jason - Bespoke Spices


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