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Baharat Seasoning

By Sarah Dickerman

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Ground cinnamon nutmeg coriander cumin dried mint and dried oregano.
Photo by Travis Rainey, Prop Styling by Alexandra Massillon, Food Styling by Rebecca Jurkevich

The herb-and-spice blend would also be terrific with eggplant or lamb.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    10 minutes

  • Yield

    Makes ¼ cup

Ingredients

1½ Tbsp. dried mint
1 Tbsp. dried oregano
1½ tsp. ground cinnamon
1½ tsp. ground coriander
1½ tsp. ground cumin
1½ tsp. ground nutmeg
1 Tbsp. freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

  1. Using pestle or blunt end of wooden spoon, mash all ingredients in mortar or small bowl 2–3 minutes.

    Do ahead: Can be made 1 week ahead. Cover and chill.

TagsHerbs & SpicesMiddle EasternMintOreganoCinnamonNutmegDairy FreeGluten FreeNut FreeVeganVegetarianQuickEasyMake Ahead30 Minutes or LessMeal PrepNo-CookBon Appétit

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