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Baharat Spice Mix Recipe

Put your spice cabinet to good use and make your own baharat spice mix with this quick and easy recipe. A staple in Middle Eastern cooking, this is the perfect blend of smoky, sweet, and tangy spice mixture that will help you enhance your savory dishes with the authentic flavors of the region.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Lunch, Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Diet: Gluten Free
Servings: 4 tablespoons
Author: Aysegul Sanford

Ingredients

  • 1 ¼ teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 ¼ teaspoons ground coriander
  • 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
  • 1 ¼ teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 teaspoon ground cardamom

Optional add-in:

  • 2 teaspoons ground smoked paprika

Instructions

  • In a bowl or a jar, add the ground cumin, coriander, black pepper, nutmeg, cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom. Whisk to combine.
  • Place in an airtight container and store in a cool, dry area.

Notes

  • Yields: This recipe makes 4 tablespoons of baharat. If you need more, you can multiply the recipe.
  • Storage: Keep it in a jar with a tight-fitted lid and store it in the pantry. When stored properly, it should last for up to 1 year.
  • Toasting & grinding whole spices: To get a full aromatic taste, try using whole coriander and cumin that has been toasted and ground. 
    • Toast: Use 1 teaspoon of whole coriander seeds and 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds (each spice will yield 1 ¼ teaspoon of ground.) Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Add the whole coriander and cumin to the pan, shaking or stirring for approximately 2-3 minutes until their aroma is released. Remove from the heat and cool for 5 minutes. 
    • Grind and mix: Once cooled, grind in a spice grinder or in a mortar and pestle until fine. Mix with the rest of the spices.
  • Shake the container before using it to help distribute spices in the mix.

Nutrition

Calories: 21kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 79mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 512IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 1mg

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