Za'atar Spice Blend

Za'atar Spice Blend

A toasty, tangy Middle Eastern blend of thyme, sesame, and sumac.

Total 10 min Makes 16 oz Calories 18/serving

Dietary

Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Keto, Wheat free, Dairy free, Nut free, Halal, Kosher

Allergens

Sesame

This earthy, tangy blend combines dried thyme, toasted sesame seeds, and tart sumac for a versatile seasoning used across Levantine cooking. Sprinkle it over flatbreads with olive oil, rub it onto roasted vegetables, or stir it into yogurt for a quick dip. Making it at home lets you balance the sumac's tartness and sesame's nuttiness to your own taste.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup sesame seeds
  • 1/2 cup dried thyme
  • 1/4 cup sumac
  • 2 tablespoons dried oregano
  • 2 tablespoons dried marjoram
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander

Method

  1. Toast the sesame seeds in a dry 9-inch skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly, until golden and fragrant, about 3 to 4 minutes.

  2. Transfer the toasted sesame seeds to a plate and let cool completely, about 10 minutes.

  3. In a medium bowl, combine the cooled sesame seeds, dried thyme, sumac, oregano, marjoram, cumin, salt, and coriander.

  4. Whisk or stir the mixture thoroughly until evenly combined, breaking up any clumps of herbs.

  5. Transfer the za'atar to an airtight jar and store in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months.

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Za'atar Spice Blend

This earthy, tangy blend combines dried thyme, toasted sesame seeds, and tart sumac for a versatile seasoning used across Levantine cooking. Sprinkle it over flatbreads with olive oil, rub it onto roasted vegetables, or stir it into yogurt for a quick dip. Making it at home lets you balance the sumac's tartness and sesame's nuttiness to your own taste.

10 min 16 oz 18 cal

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup sesame seeds
  • 1/2 cup dried thyme
  • 1/4 cup sumac
  • 2 tablespoons dried oregano
  • 2 tablespoons dried marjoram
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander

Method

  1. 1

    Toast the sesame seeds in a dry 9-inch skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly, until golden and fragrant, about 3 to 4 minutes.

  2. 2

    Transfer the toasted sesame seeds to a plate and let cool completely, about 10 minutes.

  3. 3

    In a medium bowl, combine the cooled sesame seeds, dried thyme, sumac, oregano, marjoram, cumin, salt, and coriander.

  4. 4

    Whisk or stir the mixture thoroughly until evenly combined, breaking up any clumps of herbs.

  5. 5

    Transfer the za'atar to an airtight jar and store in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months.