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Homemade Za'atar Recipe

Homemade Za'atar Recipe

Elle
Making your own Za'atar is a great way to get to know this spice better. It's easy to do, and the results are delicious. Za'atar is a blend of thyme, oregano, sesame seeds, sumac, salt and pepper.
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Course Spices
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 1 Jar
Calories 416 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ¼ cup dried thyme
  • ¼ cup dried oregano or fresh oregano
  • ¼ cup toasted sesame seeds
  • 1 tablespoon ground sumac
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon paprika optional

Instructions
 

  • Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 6 months.
  • To use, sprinkle on grilled meats or vegetables, or mix with olive oil to make a dip for bread.

Notes

  1. Za'atar is also a great dip for breads and can be used in place of salt on grilled meats.
  2. Add 1 tablespoon of Za'atar to your next marinade for a Middle Eastern flair.
  3. Got leftovers? Za'atar makes a delicious addition to salads or rice dishes.
  4. If you want to ground them fine use a spice grinder.

Nutrition

Calories: 416kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 13gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 2366mgPotassium: 843mgFiber: 32gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2544IUVitamin C: 33mgCalcium: 1687mgIron: 83mg
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