Fish Seasoning (Baharat Samak)
A warm, aromatic homemade fish seasoning made with eight spices inspired by Persian Gulf cuisine. No salt added, ready in 5 minutes, and perfect for white fish, shrimp, and grilled seafood.
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 3 tsp ground coriander
- 3 tsp ground cumin
- 3 tsp turmeric
- 3 tsp paprika
- 3 tsp garlic powder
- 1½ tsp black pepper
- 1½ tsp ground ginger
- ¾ tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Place all the spices in a small bowl.
- Mix well until evenly blended.
- Use immediately or store in an airtight jar away from heat and light for up to six months.
Notes
- No salt is added intentionally. Season your fish separately based on preference.
- Use 1-2 tablespoons per pound of fish, mixed with olive oil, as a rub before baking or grilling.
- Works best on white fish like tilapia, cod, sea bass, and branzino. Also great on shrimp.
Nutrition
Calories: 22kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 111mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 509IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 2mg