Za what? Za’atar is a Middle Eastern spice blend made with thyme, sesame seeds, and lemony sumac. Add pistachios if you like crunch (hand-raised). The ways to enjoy it are endless. I’m kind of obsessed with this Za’atar Roasted Chicken and Eggplant Bowls with Green Tahini Sauce but you can add it to anything, really.
Sprinkle on salads, bowls, or hummus, add to veggies before roasting, mix it into olive oil (for pita dipping), use as a rub for chicken, sprinkle on avocado toast (or sweet potato toast!) add to Greek yogurt for a spiced dip, or make roasted breakfast potatoes… the list goes on.
Try this za’atar recipe on these Roasted Butternut Squash Bowls or these Za’atar Roasted Chicken Bowls with Eggplant and Green Tahini.
How to Make Za’atar
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Total Time: 5 mins
- Yield: 1 cup 1x
- Category: Spice
- Method: Mix
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Description
How to make za’atar, a flavorful Middle Eastern spice mixture. This simple za’atar recipe is good on anything from roasted vegetables to pita bread!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup roasted pistachios, chopped (optional)
- 2 tablespoons ground sumac
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- Chop the pistachios, if using.
- Mix together everything in a small bowl.
- Transfer to airtight containers (recycled spice jars work well) and store in a cool, dry place.
Keywords: za’atar recipe, homemade za’atar
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