Relle’s Recipes: Za’atar Spice Blend

Za’atar is an oregano-like herb and also a Middle Eastern spice blend (I know, confusing). We grew za’atar in the garden, dried it, and blended it with a mixture of other herbs and spices.

Enjoy on really anything - we like it on eggs, flatbreads, and as an all-purpose seasoning.

(adapted from Salma Hage’s The Lebanese Cookbook)

Ingredients (makes 7 oz)

• 5 tablespoons olive oil (the best you have)

• 7 tablespoons dried za’atar

• 2 tablespoons dried thyme

• 1 teaspoon dried marjoram

• 3 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted

• 2 teaspoons sumac

Mix all ingredients together and store in an air-tight container.

Spice blend will stay fresh for 6-12 months.