Wild thyme, sumac, and sesame mix (Za'atar) from Arabiyya: Recipes from the Life of an Arab in Diaspora (page 24) by Reem Assil

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Accompaniments: Sesame-crusted bread pouches (Ka'ak)

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    Can substitute Syrian oregano fro dried hyssop.

  • mjes on December 19, 2024

    This recipe is similar to the other za'atar recipes spread throughout my cookbooks. However, it sets itself apart by explaining the different plants that are used as the dried herb - thyme, oregano, hyssop, marjoram ... in a way that explained why I've not been able to replicate a specific small Turkish grocer's mix but been able to replicate my local spice shop's version. I made this with hyssop as per the recipe which is a simpler version than my usual thyme/oregano mix. I don't think this will replace all other recipes, but it will make a quick substitute.

  • EmilyR on April 22, 2022

    I even used hyssop. I think it could use a touch more salt, but paired it with meyer lemon olive oil and it was nice.

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