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.
Prep Time 3 minutes mins
Cook Time 2 minutes mins
Course Spices
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 1 Jar
Calories 416 kcal
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
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.
Za'atar is also a great dip for breads and can be used in place of salt on grilled meats.
Add 1 tablespoon of Za'atar to your next marinade for a Middle Eastern flair.
Got leftovers? Za'atar makes a delicious addition to salads or rice dishes.
If you want to ground them fine use a spice grinder.
Calories: 416 kcal Carbohydrates: 56 g Protein: 13 g Fat: 24 g Saturated Fat: 4 g Polyunsaturated Fat: 9 g Monounsaturated Fat: 7 g Sodium: 2366 mg Potassium: 843 mg Fiber: 32 g Sugar: 2 g Vitamin A: 2544 IU Vitamin C: 33 mg Calcium: 1687 mg Iron: 83 mg
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