Za'atar

Za'atar is one of the most versatile and deeply flavourful blends in the entire Mediterranean and Middle Eastern spice tradition. The name refers both to a specific wild thyme-like herb (Origanum syriacum, native to the Eastern Mediterranean) and to the spice blend made from it — and in the blend form, it has become one of the most…Za'atar is one of the most versatile and deeply flavourful blends in the entire Mediterranean and Middle Eastern spice tradition. The name refers both to a specific wild thyme-like herb (Origanum syriacum, native to the Eastern Mediterranean) and to the spice blend made from it — and in the blend form, it has become one of the most used condiments across Lebanon, Syria, Cyprus, Israel, Jordan, and increasingly, the rest of the world.A proper za'atar blend combines the dried wild thyme herb with sumac (for bright, lemony tartness), sesame seeds (for nutty richness), and salt. Some regional variants add oregano, marjoram, or coriander. The result is a blend that…Read more