Lebanese Za’atar

Description

Lebanese Za’atar

Za’atar is a Middle Eastern spice blend, varying greatly from country to country. Our Lebanese Za’atar is a more full flavored blend than many out there. Being our own house-crafted blend, we made sure the flavor was authentic and the taste you’ll want again and again.

Za’atar is the Arabic word for thyme, albeit an ancient wild version, it’s still thyme, with references going back to Ancient Egypt. Thus, Thyme should be the prevailing spice in the blend. A variation of modern Za’atar was even found in the tomb of Tutankhamen.

Our blend, where Thyme and the other herbs are dominant, is a mixture where all the spices impart a wonderful, exotic flavor however you use it. Other versions use far more sesame seeds and are less flavorful than we prefer in a traditional Lebanese blend.

One traditional use of Za’atar is to put some on a plate with Olive Oil and dip Pita bread into it, much as you do with other bread dipping oil & spice combinations. The other traditional use is to lightly brush pita, or other flatbread with Olive Oil, then generously sprinkle with the Za’atar. Place under a broiler until it starts to bubble and lightly brown, watching closely so it doesn’t burn.

Za’atar is widely used on Hummus, sprinkled on Labneh, a yogurt cheese, and as a coating for cured Labneh balls. It can also be used as an ingredient in falafels, sprinkled on baked potatoes, other roasted vegetables and in other Middle East recipes.

The herbs and spices used in Za’atar are also used is chicken, vegetable, pork and other dishes in many cuisines, which makes this blend work well with recipes needing a thyme, or other herb-based blend.

We have several recipes which use our Lebanese Za’atar. The flavor it adds is wonderful. Take a look at our Roasted Za’atar Chicken with Potatoes, Smashed Za’atar Potatoes, and Herbed Za’atar Pita Bread.

If you enjoy North African, Moroccan and Middle East blends, besides Lebanese Za’atar, you should also try our Middle Eastern Herb Medley, Ethiopian Berbere Seasoning, and Harissa Spice blends.

Many of our North African, and Middle East fans, also like our Curries, which we’ve small-batch crafted for exceptional flavor. All of our blends have very large and loyal followings. Please try our Madras Curry, Maharajah Curry, Garam Masala, Tandoori Curry Spice, Vadouvan Curry, Thai Red Curry Spice, Thai Coconut Green Curry Blends, Japanese Curry Powder, and curries. We also craft a Tikka Masala, Shawarma Seasoning and other exotics

Contains: Thyme, Sumac, Sesame Seeds, Marjoram, Anise, Cinnamon, Sea Salt & Spices.