How To Make a Seven Spice Blend
Ready in just 5 minutes, this Lebanese seven spice mix is used in many Middle Eastern dishes. This aromatic spice mixture doesn't require many ingredients, many of which you probably already have in your pantry.
Servings: 30
Calories: 4kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon allspice
- 2 tsp ground cloves
- 2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon ground coriander
- 1 ½ tablespoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Place all the spices in a bowl and mix to combine using a spoon. Make sure all is combined well.
- Transfer to a glass spice jar with a tight lid.
- Store in a cool and dry place.
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Notes
- Seven spice keeps for up to 6 months in a cool and dry place.
- Make sure that you're using quality spices. I usually get mine from Middle Eastern and Mediterranean shops or trustworthy online sources.
- You can use this blend as an addition to dishes such as kibbeh, stuffed eggplant, stuffed grape leaves (dolma) or in a marinade for spatchcock chicken. You can also add it to soups such as Mediterranean lentil soup. This spice can also be used to flavor roasted vegetables or salads such as roasted cauliflower salad.
Nutrition
Calories: 4kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 15mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 7IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 1mg