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Easy Za’atar Seasoning

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Description

This homemade za’atar seasoning is my take on one of my favorite spice blends. I use it to make crackers, as a dry rub for chicken, sprinkle on hummus, add it to an olive oil dip, or make specialty sourdough bread. While you can buy za’atar already mixed, I do prefer to make it at home with my own spices, in the proportions I like and personalized to my own taste.


Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup sesame seeds
  • 1 tablespoon coriander seeds (whole)
  • 1 tablespoon cumin seeds (whole)
  • 1 tablespoon dry marjoram
  • 1 tablespoon dry oregano
  • 1 tablespoon dry thyme
  • 1 1/2 tablespoon sumac (or more to taste)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon sea salt or Himalayan pink salt (or to taste)

Instructions

  1. In a skillet, on low to medium heat, lightly toast the sesame seeds until they become fragrant (about 3-4 minutes).
  2. In the same skillet, lightly toast the coriander seeds and the cumin seeds until they start releasing their flavors (about 2-3 minutes).
  3. Grind the toasted coriander and cumin with one tablespoon of the toasted sesame seeds.
  4. Add the oregano, thyme, marjoram, sumac, and salt to the grinder and pulse a couple of times, so everything gets combined.
  5. Transfer the content to a bowl, add the rest of the sesame seeds, and taste.
  6. You can add more salt if it needs or more sumac for a more tanginess.
  7. Store in an airtight glass jar, in a dark and cool place, for up to six months.