How to Make Za'atar Spice Blend

How to Make Za'atar Spice Blend

Za'atar is a Middle Eastern spice, herb and sesame seeds blend. The mixture varies depending on region and even household. This is my take on za'atar.

What you need to make za'atar

Ingredients

- Sesame seeds - Coriander seeds - Cumin seeds - Dry oregano - Dry thyme - Dry marjoram - Sumac - Salt

Tools

A spice grinder. We use a Nutribullet with a milling blade.

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Coriander seeds

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Cumin seeds

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Marjoram

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Oregano

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Thyme

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Sumac

1

In a skillet, on low to medium heat, lightly toast the sesame seeds until they become fragrant (about 3-4 minutes). In the same skillet, lightly toast the coriander seeds and the cumin seeds until they start releasing their flavors (about 2-3 minutes).

Roast seeds

2

Grind the toasted coriander and cumin with one tablespoon of the toasted sesame seeds. Add the oregano, thyme, marjoram, sumac, and salt to the grinder and pulse a couple of times, so everything gets combined.

Grind spices

3

Transfer the content to a bowl, add the rest of the sesame seeds, and taste. Store in an airtight glass jar, in a dark and cool place, for up to six months.

Store in glass jar

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