This versatile spice mix is very popular in the Middle Eastern cooking. It can be used with many dishes, from grilled vegetables to rice and breads.
Chef's notes
There are many many versions of this spice blend. This one is more of a Lebanese blend due to the addition of sumac.
Sumac is a dark-red burgundy colored spice. It has a unique tart, sour lemon taste. Sumac can be found at Greek and Middle Eastern markets.
Steps
1
Mixing the Spices
Ingredients
1/4 cup sumac
1 tbsp dried thyme
1 tbsp roasted sesame seeds
1 tbsp dried oregano
1 tbsp dried marjoram (optional)
2 tsp sea salt
Mix together all of the spices and store in an airtight container for several months.
This spice mix can be used like a dry rub or you can add a few tablespoons of quality, extra-virgin olive oil and spread onto pita or even vegetables.
