{"id":1531894,"date":"2020-09-15T09:51:49","date_gmt":"2020-09-15T14:51:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/?p=1531894"},"modified":"2024-10-16T17:31:20","modified_gmt":"2024-10-16T22:31:20","slug":"what-is-zaatar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/what-is-zaatar\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is Za’atar?"},"content":{"rendered":"Have you stumbled over the word \"za'atar\" in an ingredient list? It's time to discover this amazing Middle Eastern spice blend<\/a>.\r\n\r\nHard on the heels of the trend for Mediterranean recipes comes a growing interest in Middle Eastern food\u2014and at the heart of this cuisine is a delectable, fragrant blend of Middle Eastern spices<\/a> called za'atar.\r\n

What is za'atar?<\/h2>\r\n

Like curry, za'atar can be a little confusing. While there is<\/em> a curry plant, the name usually refers to a blend of spices. Similarly, the za'atar herb is an aromatic variety of wild oregano (that's also known as hyssop and Syrian oregano). But usually, za'atar refers to a spice blend used in Middle Eastern cooking. The ingredients (and proportions of ingredients) can vary from region to region\u2014even household to household, as individual cooks create their own signature flavor. Most za'atar blends contain sesame seeds, dried thyme or oregano, marjoram, salt and sumac. (Wild cards include paprika and cumin.)<\/p>\r\nWith each of those fragrant ingredients contributing its own distinctive notes, za'atar has a full and complex flavor. Sumac<\/a> brings a bright citrus taste, oregano's slight bitterness balances the sweetness of marjoram, and sesame provides an earthy, slightly nutty base.\r\n

What is za'atar used for?<\/h2>\r\n\"Thso18\r\n\r\nZa'atar is used in practically everything in Middle Eastern cuisine<\/a>; it's a table spice as well as a cooking spice. If you've never tasted za'atar before, get to know its flavor by mixing it with olive oil and using it as a dip for fresh bread. Remember when it seemed like every Italian restaurant in the country started setting out small plates of olive oil sprinkled with Italian seasonings as a dipping sauce for fresh, warm focaccia? Za'atar serves the same role with warm pita bread.\r\n\r\nEditor's Tip: Mediterranean food is always a good idea. From light orzo salads to sweet baklava, these Mediterranean recipes<\/a> will transport you to the seaside.\r\n\r\nOr, use just enough olive oil to create a paste, and smear it over pita dough<\/a> before baking (you can use pizza dough too!). Even simpler\u2014smear prebaked pitas with za'atar paste and bake that way. That same mixture, either as a paste or of drizzling consistency, can be served over plain Greek yogurt or hummus or used as a marinade.\r\n\r\nZa'atar makes an ideal seasoning (like in our scrumptious za'atar chicken<\/a>) or a great dry rub for meats and grilled or roasted vegetables like cauliflower, potatoes and eggplant. It's an excellent complement to dairy; rolling a log of goat cheese in za'atar and pairing it with pita chips or crackers makes an easy and distinctive appetizer. You can even stir this spice blend into your favorite dip (homemade hummus<\/a> comes to mind) or sprinkle it onto labneh<\/a>, a popular Middle Eastern cream cheese.\r\n

Where can I buy za'atar?<\/h2>\r\nA few years ago, za'atar would have been difficult to find outside of Middle Eastern groceries. Now, it can be found more easily at gourmet groceries and specialty spice shops. As with curry, ras el hanout<\/a> and Chinese five spice<\/a>, increasing popularity equals increasing commercial availability.\r\n\r\nCan't find za'atar in your local shops? You can order it online at the spice supplier of your choosing. (The Mediterranean Dish<\/a>, The Spice House<\/a>, and Penzeys Spices<\/a> all offer good options.) Again, every blend is a little bit different, so you may want to sample a few to choose your favorite.\r\n\r\nWhen buying za'atar, check the ingredient list and make sure it contains sumac; many suppliers keep costs down by using citric acid to approximate sumac's bright, lemony notes\u2014but it's not the same!\r\n

How to Make Za'atar<\/h2>\r\n\"Gettyimages\r\n\r\nCan't get za'atar when you need it? Do what cooks throughout the Middle East do, and make your own\u2014you can experiment with the proportions to get your perfect blend. A good starting point is two tablespoons each of oregano, sumac and sesame seeds, and a tablespoon each of marjoram, thyme and fine sea salt. Toast the sesame seeds<\/a> before adding them for more flavor. You can toast them whole or use a mortar and pestle to break them up a bit.\r\n\r\nYou'll quickly find za'atar is one of the most versatile seasonings out there. As a starting point, try using za'atar with any of these Mediterranean recipes<\/a> or adding to this white bean hummus<\/a> for some extra flavor. Sprinkle it in salads, into pastas, over rice and grains, meats and vegetables\u2026there's really no wrong way to use it!\r\n\r\n[cf]skyword_tracking_tag[\/cf]","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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