Spices · Ground

Hawaij

Also called hawayej, Yemeni spice mix

Yemeni spice mix: the savoury version (cumin, black pepper, turmeric, cardamom) goes into soups and stews, the sweet one (ginger, cardamom) into coffee.

VeganVegetarianGluten-freeDairy-free

What can replace it

  • T2 · GoodCurry powder

    Close, but with chilli and fenugreek and less pepper and cardamom.

  • T3 · In a pinchBaharat

    Warm and peppery but no turmeric; add turmeric.

  • T3 · In a pinchGaram masala

    Warmer and sweeter, no turmeric; add turmeric and pepper.

Cook with Hawaij