Baharat - The Flavourful Blend
Enjoyed in Middle Eastern Cooking

Translated from Arabic, baharat means "spices" and this traditional seasoning is used throughout the Middle East with many regional variations. It's a versatile blend and can be blended with oil and rubbed on meat before roasting. It's also an excellent all-purpose seasoning.

What You'll Need: (makes about 7-8 tablespoons)

3 tbsp coriander seed
3 tbsp sweet paprika powder (or regular paprika)
2 tbsp black peppercorns
2 tbsp cumin seed
2 tsp green cardamom pods
2 tsp chili powder
2 tsp ajwain seeds
2 tsp salt (see note 2)
1 whole nutmeg
1 tsp cloves
3 inch piece of cinnamon

tbsp = tablespoon
tsp = teaspoon

Directions:

  • Break up the cinnamon stick and grate about a teaspoons worth of nutmeg
  • Grind the cinnamon pieces along with the cardamom pods, peppercorns, coriander, cumin and ajwain seeds, cloves and salt
  • Once ground, sieve into a bowl
  • Finally, add the paprika and chili powders and freshly grated nutmeg to the bowl and combine thoroughly

Store your baharat powder in an airtight jar in a cool place and out of direct sunlight. Use within 3 months before making a fresh lot.

A Step-by-Step Instructional Video

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