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Enjoy the delicious taste of homemade za’atar with this easy-to-follow recipe. This traditional Middle Eastern blend is a must-have in your spice collection, perfect as a dip, marinade, or seasoning for any dish.
Type of Cuisine:
Middle Eastern
Prep Time: 10 Minutes.
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
How Many Servings?
10-12 Servings
Ingredients:
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| 1 cup dry zaatar (if you don't have zaatar use a mixture of dry thyme and dry oregano) | |
| 1 tablespoon olive oil | |
| 1 tablespoon sumac | |
| 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds |
Preparation
1
Mix the Herbs and Olive Oil
In a bowl, combine the dried herbs with olive oil. Stir well until the mixture is fully blended and the herbs are evenly coated
In a bowl, combine the dried herbs with olive oil. Stir well until the mixture is fully blended and the herbs are evenly coated
2
Add the Sumac and Sesame Seeds
Add the ground sumac and toasted sesame seeds to the herb and olive oil mixture. Stir everything together until the blend is evenly mixed and fragrant.
Add the ground sumac and toasted sesame seeds to the herb and olive oil mixture. Stir everything together until the blend is evenly mixed and fragrant.
3
Store and Enjoy
Once your za’atar is fully blended, transfer it to a clean, airtight glass jar. Store it in a cool, dry place and enjoy it anytime you need a flavorful boost for your meals.
Once your za’atar is fully blended, transfer it to a clean, airtight glass jar. Store it in a cool, dry place and enjoy it anytime you need a flavorful boost for your meals.
Rana’s Notes!
To store homemade or store-bought za'atar, it's important to keep it in an airtight container in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight. This will help to preserve the flavor and aroma of the herbs and spices. You can store it in a spice jar with a tight-fitting lid or a resealable plastic bag. If you have a large amount of za'atar, you can freeze it to extend its shelf life. Simply place the za'atar in a freezer-safe container or bag and freeze for up to 6 months. When you're ready to use it, simply thaw it at room temperature and use as desired. However, it's best to only freeze za'atar that hasn't been mixed with oil or other liquids as this can affect the texture and quality of the spices.