Spices · Dried
Za'atar
Also called zahtar, za'atar blend
Levantine blend of dried wild thyme or oregano, tangy sumac, toasted sesame and salt; mixed with olive oil on manakish, scattered over labneh, eggs, salads and roast vegetables.
What can replace it
- T3 · In a pinchDried oregano
Herbal but missing sesame and sumac; add both if you have them. (use 0.5× the amount)
- T3 · In a pinchDried thyme
Lacks the sumac tang and sesame; add lemon zest or sumac and toasted sesame. (use 0.5× the amount)
- T3 · In a pinchDukkah
Nutty and cumin-coriander rather than herbal and sour.
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