Za'atar Spice Blend Sumac-Thyme-Sesame

RubOtherDryingEasy10 minutes
Classic Levantine spice blend of thyme, sumac and sesame, ideal as a rub for lamb, chicken and vegetables.
Ingredients(for 0.1 kg)
Dried thyme35 g
Ground sumac25 g
Sesame seeds20 g
Dried oregano10 g
Fine sea salt7 g
Ground cumin3 g
Instructions
1
Toast sesame
5 MinutenToast sesame seeds in a dry pan over medium heat, stirring constantly, for 2–3 minutes until golden, then let cool completely on a plate.
2
Mixing
3 MinutenAdd thyme, oregano and cumin to a bowl. Add cooled sesame seeds, sumac and sea salt and mix everything thoroughly.
3
Filling and Storage
2 MinutenFill the finished Za'atar blend into an airtight jar and store in a cool, dark place. Shelf life approx. 3 months.
Pro Tip
Toast the sesame seeds in a dry pan until golden just before filling – this intensifies the aroma considerably and gives the blend a nutty depth.
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