10 Common Middle Eastern Spices Part I – FLE FLE GRILL (2024)

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10 Common Middle Eastern Spices Part I – FLE FLE GRILL? ›

The Arabic word for spices, “baharat” refers to a Middle Eastern seasoning blend that's also known as Lebanese seven-spice blend. The mixture varies by region but it typically contains some combination of black pepper, allspice, cinnamon, nutmeg, coriander, cumin, paprika, cardamom and cloves.

The Arabic word for spices, “baharat” refers to a Middle Eastern seasoning blend that's also known as Lebanese seven-spice blend. The mixture varies by region but it typically contains some combination of black pepper, allspice, cinnamon, nutmeg, coriander, cumin, paprika, cardamom and cloves.

Bahārāt (which simply means "spices" in Arabic) is a typical blend of Middle Eastern cuisines in general and especially those of Lebanon, Syria, Jordan and Palestine. The traditional mix calls for cumin, caraway, cardamom, black pepper, nutmeg, cloves, cinnamon, paprika and allspice.

Baharat means 'spices' in Arabic and is a typical blend utilized in Eastern Mediterranean cooking. There are variations depending on the region, but expect to find black pepper, coriander, cumin, cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, and paprika.

Aptly named, allspice's flavor is a combination of cloves, cinnamon, and nutmeg. It is used in many Caribbean and Middle Eastern dishes- jerk meats being the most popular. Allspice is typically reserved for holiday dessert fare here in the States. A tablespoon of whole allspice will grind down to one tablespoon.

Sumac (pronounced SOO-mak) is the fruit of a shrub (Rhus coriaria) that grows throughout the Middle East and the Mediterranean. These berries vary in colour from brick red to dark purple, depending on where the shrub is grown.

Sumac comes from the Arabic “summaq,” which means “dark red.” It is a crimson red, astringent spice popular in Middle Eastern cooking. It's made from the berry fruit of the Rhus Coriaria shrub, which were originally grown in parts of the Mediterranean basin, then spread to Europe.

What is the spice mix in Dubai? ›

One ingredient that plays a key role in the essence of Emirati dishes is a spice mix with a rich history known as Bezar, comprised of spices such as cumin, black pepper, cardamom, cinnamon, red pepper, turmeric and fenugreek.

Turmeric. Turmeric is another spice that is commonly used in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine. This bright yellow spice is not only known for its unique flavor but also its health benefits. It is often used in dishes such as curry and is a key ingredient in the popular spice blend, Baharat.

Stir black pepper, cumin, paprika, coriander, cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon, and cardamom together until evenly blended. Store in an airtight container.

7 Spice Mix/بَهَارَات‎

This 7-spice seasoning mix is an aromatic blend of cumin, paprika, coriander, cloves, nutmeg, black pepper, cinnamon, and cardamom.

Seasonings such as cinnamon, cassia, cardamom, ginger, and turmeric were important items of commerce in the earliest evolution of trade. Cinnamon and cassia found their way to the Middle East at least 4,000 years ago.

Za'atar is one of the most popular spices in Israel. Think of it kind of as the seasoned salt of the middle east. You can put it on bread, on veggies or on meat.