Baharat Blend/Middle Eastern Spice Blend

Baharat is an Arabic word which simply means “Spice”. Baharat is mixture of finely grounded spices widely used in Middle Eastern cuisine. Every cuisine has its own set of spice powders, defining that cuisine with a characteristic flavor and aroma.

Just a pinch of Baharat is enough to add an intense flavor and irresistible aroma to various Middle Eastern recipes including soups, curries, stews, sauces etc. Make these spinach-feta-sambousek using this homemade Baharat Blend for best result.

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Baharat Blend/Middle Eastern Spice Blend

Author: Rekha Nahata Cooking Method: Grinding, Roasting Cuisine: Middle Eastern Courses: Spice Sauce & Condiments Recipe Keys: C Condiment H Homemade

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 5 min Cook Time 10 min Total Time 15 mins Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Description

Baharat is an Arabic word which simply means “Spice”. Baharat is mixture of finely grounded spices widely used in Middle Eastern cuisine. Just a pinch of Baharat is enough to add an intense flavor and irresistible aroma to various Middle Eastern recipes including soups, curries, stews, sauces etc.

Ingredients (Servings - cup)

Servings

• 2 Tbsp. Black pepper corn
• 2 Tbsp. Paprika/dry chili flakes
• 2 Tbsp. Cumin seeds
• 1 Tbsp. Coriander seeds
• 1 Tbsp. Cloves
• 1 Tbsp. Cinnamon stick
• 1 Tsp. Nutmeg powder
• 1 Tsp. Ginger powder
• 1 Tsp. Cardamom powder

Instructions

1. In a nonstick pan dry roast black peppercorn, dry red chili flakes, coriander seeds, cinnamon stick, cumin seeds and cloves on a medium flame for 3 minutes, while stirring continuously.

   

2. Cool completely and add the nutmeg powder, dry ginger powder, cardamom powder blend in a mixer to a fine powder and store in an air-tight container. Use as required.

   

Note

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Keywords: Homemade, Spice