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Aromatic Palestinian Spice Blend: The Essence of Baharat

Yields20 ServingsPrep Time10 minsTotal Time10 mins

Discover the rich flavors of Palestinian cuisine with this aromatic spice blend, perfect for enhancing your dishes. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. Best used within 6 months for optimal flavor.

A vibrant display of spices in a bowl, showcasing the colors and textures of the aromatic blend.

Spices
 2 tbsp black pepper
 2 tbsp cumin seeds
 2 tbsp coriander seeds
 1 tbsp cardamom pods
 1 tbsp cinnamon
 1 tbsp nutmeg
 1 tsp cloves
 1 tsp paprika
 1 tsp allspice
Preparation Steps
1

In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the cumin seeds, coriander seeds, cardamom pods, cloves, and black pepper until fragrant, about 3-5 minutes. Stir frequently to prevent burning.

2

Remove the skillet from heat and allow the spices to cool for a few minutes.

3

Once cooled, transfer the toasted spices to a spice grinder or mortar and pestle.

4

Add the cinnamon, nutmeg, paprika, and allspice to the grinder.

5

Grind the spices into a fine powder, ensuring all ingredients are well combined.

6

Store the spice blend in an airtight container, away from direct sunlight.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. Best used within 6 months for optimal flavor.

Nutrition Facts

0 servings

Serving size

1 teaspoon


Amount per serving
Calories7
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.4g1%

Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Trans Fat 0g
Monounsaturated Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 1mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 1.5g1%

Dietary Fiber 0.5g2%
Total Sugars 0g
Includes 0g Added Sugars0%
Protein 0.3g

Vitamin A 0mcg0%
Vitamin C 0mg0%
Calcium 10mg1%
Iron 0.2mg2%
Potassium 20mg1%
Vitamin D 0mcg0%
Vitamin E 0mg0%
Vitamin K 0mcg0%
Thiamin 0mg0%
Riboflavin 0mg0%
Niacin 0mg0%
Vitamin B6 0mg0%
Folate 0mcg0%
Vitamin B12 0mg0%
Biotin 0mcg0%
Pantothenic Acid 0mg0%
Phosphorus 5mg1%
Iodine 0mcg0%
Magnesium 5mg2%
Zinc 0.1mg1%
Selenium 0mcg0%
Copper 0mg0%
Manganese 0.1mg5%
Chromium 0mcg0%
Molybdenum 0mcg0%
Chloride 0mg0%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.