Za’atar – a Middle Eastern Spice Mix

Step 1

Dry fry the sesame seeds and cumin seeds for about 3 minutes, as in the video.

Step 2

Pound the ingredients together in a pestle and mortar, adding each one as you go, in the order they're listed.

Step 3

Store the finished za'atar in an airtight container and keep in a cool dark place. To me, it lasts indefinitely, although its potency will diminish gradually.

Step 4

Mix everything together.