Spice

Za'atar

زعتر

Also called zaatar, za'atar blend, wild thyme mix

A Levantine mix of dried hyssop or thyme, sumac, sesame and salt. Every house argues about the ratio.

Origin

The Levant.

Flavour

Herbal, sour, nutty, salty.

How to use it

Oil it onto bread for man'oushe, or dust yoghurt and labneh.

Storage

Airtight. Sesame goes rancid if you ignore it.

Recipes using it

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